Long Island District Essentials

Long Island is defined by its contrasting coastlines, featuring rugged Atlantic cliffs and calm Caribbean-side beaches. This list includes Dean’s Blue Hole, the world’s second-deepest saltwater sinkhole at 202 meters, and the Columbus Monument at the island’s northern tip, marking the 1492 landfall. The region’s history is visible in the Lucayan artifacts of Hamilton’s Cave and the pirate-linked caverns of Deadman's Cay. Coastal landmarks range from the white sands of Cape Santa Maria to the geographic Tropic of Cancer marker.

Dean's Blue Hole

Dean's Blue Hole is a blue hole located in The Bahamas in a bay west of Clarence Town on Long Island and is the world's second deepest,…

Columbus Monument

Located on the northern cliffs of Cape Santa Maria, this stone monument commemorates Christopher Columbus's 1492 landing on the island.

Tropic of Cancer marker

A geographic marker indicating the 23.5-degree north latitude line that passes directly through Long Island.

Cape Santa Maria Beach

This remote, vast, sandy beach is a treat for anyone who's ever dreamed of a secluded island vacation. A gem of a beach.

Hamilton's Cave

One of the largest caves in the Bahamas. Remains of a prehistoric settlement were found here - come see the cave drawings.

Stella Maris Cave

This tiny cave features dripstones, bat colonies and in the winter months - parties hosted by the nearby resort.

Deadman's Cay

Best known for the three caves here - each one of them holds traces of the Native settlement and of the pirates' presence.

Lochabar Beach

A secluded beach near Clarence Town featuring a shallow blue hole located just a few meters from the shoreline.