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Gibson Cay/Middle Bight

Location: Andros
Lat / Lon: N 24° 19.519' / W 077° 41.946'
Depth: 8'-15'
Tide: 2.0'-2.5'
Description:
The Gibson Cay anchorage in Middle Bight is one of the best kept secrets in the Bahamas. Originally set up as an anchorage by the US Navy to handle warships, the channel into the anchorage is deep, exceeding 15’ for much of its length. Once inside the anchorage the holding is excellent and winds under 20 knots will have little impact even though the area seems relatively unprotected. When the winds exceed 25 knots from the southwest there will be a light chop in the anchorage, but it will not be objectionable for most crews.
DISCLAIMER: Before committing to an anchorage, you should confirm that the location is not governed by a regulation that may conflict with your plans. An increasing number of states and municipalities are enacting laws that define where and how long you may anchor.

Holding:

4.00

Good holding in sand, avoid grassy patches

Wind Protection:

4.00

NW-S

Current Flow:

2.00

Strong reversing currents

Wake Protection:

4.00

Scenic Beauty:

5.00

Shore Access:

5.00

Beach nearby

Pet Friendly:

5.00

Beach nearby

Review for Gibson Cay/Middle Bight

Reviewed by: Tony Buntyn on Mar 30, 2025
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 47'
Draft: 4.0'

Overall Rating:

4

Holding:

4

Wind Protection:

4

Current Flow:

2

Wake Protection:

4

Scenic Beauty:

5

Shore Access:

5

Pet Friendly:

5

We anchored here several times. Excellent holding. There are 2 new looking mooring buoys but we did not use. A megayacht was on one of the buoys. Put out extra chain because the outgoing current can be extreme. Suggest going deeper into the bight for better holding. We did not visit any settlements here. Lots of dinghy exploration available.

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