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Lighthouse beach

Good for Relax

7.7

/ 10 Very good

#53 out of 109
in Bannerman Town

About

Lighthouse beach is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 53th place out of 109 beaches in the The Bahamas region 130.9 km away from its center, the city of Nassau. It is one of the beaches of Bannerman Town settlement, just 4.8 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season. Please note that the area nearby is possible for wild camping.

Lighthouse beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Princess Cays beach, which has a rating of 8.4.

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Historical

+27 ^oC +26 ^oC

Air temperature

7.9 M/S

Wind

+27 ^oC

Water temperature

1.3 M

Wave height

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Beach overall scores

Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Very good

7.5/10

Cleanliness

Tolerable

5/10

Amenities

Bad

1/10

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Lighthouse beach is located in The Bahamas within Bannerman Town, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the coast of the Eleuthera island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

User reviews

"This beach is truly stunning and offers fantastic snorkeling opportunities just steps away from the shore. With cliffs and an old lighthouse to explore, it's the perfect spot for anyone seeking a peaceful and picturesque beach day. Unfortunately, there are plans to turn it into a cruise ship port, so let's work to preserve Lighthouse Beach. #savelighthousebeach"

K Johnson.

"If you're looking for a beach that's not overcrowded with tourists, Lighthouse Beach is the perfect spot for you. This hidden gem is so beautiful that you'll feel like you've stumbled upon a secret paradise. The only downside is that you can't drive directly to Lighthouse Point due to the ongoing Disney Cruise Resort building project. But don't let that discourage you - the ..."

Lillie Swan

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
occupancy
- Deserted even in high season
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach
size&shape
- Length - long, about 500 meters
- Width - narrow

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Cover and water

cover
swimming details
- Depth increase - moderate
- Boats near the beach - very few
water
- Crystall water, high transparency
- Turqoise blue

Audience

- Relaxation connoisseurs
- Wild campers

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Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.7 (Very good)

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8.1

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

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Sunset beach

7.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Deserted

Deep Creek 8.4 km

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Winding Bay beach

7.7

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Deserted

Tarpum Bay 3.5 km

Beach surroundings

Transport Localities

Transport

RSD• 30.6km

Localities

Bannerman Town• 4.8km
Nassau• 130.9km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Lighthouse beach?

The Lighthouse beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Lighthouse beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Lighthouse beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Lighthouse beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Lighthouse beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Lighthouse beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Lighthouse beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.

What are the key audiences of Lighthouse beach?

Lighthouse beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Wild camping lovers

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Lighthouse beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Lighthouse beach.

How far is the Lighthouse beach from parking?

The Lighthouse beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Lighthouse beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Lighthouse beach is August. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 24°C and water 25°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Lighthouse beach (The Bahamas) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Lighthouse beach (The Bahamas) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.