Beaches in Exuma

Exuma beach days work best when they are planned around the shore you can reach comfortably, the time you have, and the conditions on the day. Use the directory and map as starting points, then confirm access and local guidance before setting out.

Start with a realistic beach plan

Rather than trying to see every shoreline, choose one main beach activity for the day: swimming close to shore, a walk, a picnic, or simply a pause between other plans. The beaches directory can help you compare listed places, while the map is useful for seeing how they fit with your accommodation and other stops. Build in time for getting oriented and for changing plans if the water or access is not suitable.

Match the beach to your group

Think about who is travelling and what they need. Families may prefer a simple, low-pressure stop with shade, water, snacks, and a clear turnaround plan. Confident swimmers may still want to assess entry, depth, current, waves, and boat traffic from shore before going in. The Exuma with kids guide offers broader family-planning considerations, and the best beaches practical guide can help frame a beach-focused day.

Do not assume that a beach described online will suit every visitor or every day. Conditions, parking arrangements, nearby facilities, and usable shoreline can change. Respect signs, private property, protected areas, and any instructions from people responsible for the site.

Pack for a self-sufficient visit

Bring drinking water, sun protection, a cover-up, footwear appropriate for uneven ground, and a way to carry rubbish out. A charged phone and an offline copy of directions can be helpful where service is variable. If you intend to snorkel, bring only equipment you know how to use and avoid entering water when visibility, swell, or your comfort level makes it a poor choice.

Check your route before departure rather than relying on a last-minute detour. Visitors driving between stops may find exploring Exuma by rental car useful; visitors without a vehicle can begin with Exuma without a boat.

Let current conditions decide

Look at the shore before unpacking. If wind, surf, current, lightning risk, water quality concerns, or crowding make the plan feel unsuitable, choose a land-based alternative or leave it for another day. Keep children within close supervision near water, never treat a calm-looking surface as a safety guarantee, and avoid swimming alone. Confirm current access, conditions, and any local advisories with an appropriate local source.

Beaches listed in Exuma (21)

  • Monument Beach — Stocking Island
  • Coco Plum Beach — Steventon, Great Exuma
    Come at Low Tide For The Sand Bar. Usually Sand Dollars here. They hide under the sand in the water. Walk to the right when you make it to the beach. If the tide is low enough you
  • Crab Cay - Nice Beach — Great Exuma
    Not many people come around to this one. Better to come on the north side, water can be shallow and lots of rocks in areas sticking out.
  • Emerald Bay Beach — Emerald Bay
    Crescent-shaped and white powder sand, Emerald Bay Beach, adjacent to Sandals Emerald Bay Hotel, got its name from the translucent emerald green waters.
  • Flamingo Bay Beach — Steventon
    Flamingo Bay Beach, a pristine expanse of powdery sand and translucent water, stretches for one quarter of a mile from Steventon to Rokers' Point.
  • Flip Flop Beach — Stocking Island
    Nice protected beach. Has picnic table and shade.
  • The Cut Beach / The Lazy River — Moriah Harbour Cay
    Great place to kayak or float in the shallows and mangroves. Better to come from the Atlantic side as the inlet side is very shallow with shifting sands.
  • Jolly Hall Beach — George Town
    Beautiful secluded beach near George Town. Parking on the side of the road is limited. Short walk to the beach. This beach is often calmer than most on windy days.
  • Hoopers Bay — Hoopers Bay
    Sea turtles frequently seen here
  • Starfish Beach — Stocking Island
    Beautiful beach with large red starfish. Look for rare 4-pointed starfish - the marine equivalent of a 4 leaf clover!
  • Pretty Molly Beach — Queen's Highway
  • Benjamin Beach — F6VX+JQ, Michelson
  • PLP Beach — Stocking Island
  • Pink Sands Bath — Stocking Island
    Tucked along the wild Atlantic side of Stocking Island, this unnamed beach is a quiet, natural shoreline known for waves, rocky reef edges, soft pink-tinted sand, and shell hunting
  • Zebra Rd Beach — 18a Queen's Highway, George Town
  • Moss Town Beach — H48R+8P6, Moss Town
    Access to Moss Town Beach from the Exuma Sign.
  • Redshank Cays — F7H8+RM, Michelson
  • Exuma Point Beach/Huge Sand Bar — North Great Exuma
    On the left side of the road before it ends you will see an expanse of shallow water that becomes sandbars at low tide. Nice spot for sunsets
  • Forbes Hill Beach — Little Exuma
    Marked with a sign at the road. It's marked on the road just keep a look out since you know where it is. You'll turn down the road and there's parking right there.
  • Sand Dollar Beach — Stocking Island
    Nice spot for a packed lunch with picnic tables, swings and a shelter. Near the art trail.
  • Tropic of Cancer Beach — Little Exuma
    World famous beach with pristine white sand and crystal clear water. The longest beach on Little Exuma.

Frequently asked questions

How should I choose an Exuma beach?

Start with location and the kind of visit you want, then use the directory and map to plan a manageable route. Confirm current access and conditions before you go.

What should I bring for a beach day?

Water, sun protection, suitable footwear, a phone, and a bag for rubbish are sensible basics. Bring swimming or snorkelling gear only when conditions and confidence support using it.

Can I assume a beach will be calm for swimming?

No. Assess water entry, waves, current, visibility, and weather on arrival. Change plans if the conditions do not feel appropriate for your group.

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