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Chub Cay

Location: Berry Islands, Bahamas
Lat / Lon: N 25° 24.631' / W 077° 54.894'
Depth: 10'-15'
Tide: 2.5'-3.0'
Description:
The anchorage at Chub Cay is exposed from all directions except east. As with other anchorages on the south side of the Berrys, there is almost always a swell...it’s just a matter of degree. The holding is good and the access is straightforward, and for a crew tired from a long passage across the Great Bahama Bank, stopping at Chub Cay for a rest is an understandable choice, especially if the objective is to clear Customs at the marina. In addition to the swell, your vessel will also be subjected to constant wakes as the marina is a favorite for sportfishers who arrive in fast-moving, wake-generating craft of all shapes and sizes. It is not uncommon to see a line of +60’ sportfishing vessels leaving the marina on plane!

4.17

(6)

4.17 out of 5 stars

Holding:

4.67

Good

Wind Protection:

3.50

East only

Current Flow:

3.33

Constant swell

Wake Protection:

3.33

Scenic Beauty:

3.83

Ease of Shopping:

1.75

Shore Access:

2.17

Shore access is difficult

Pet Friendly:

2.00

Small beach on Mama Rhoda Rocks

Cell Service:

3.60

Good Coverage

WiFi:

2.25

Review for Chub Cay

Reviewed by: Mark Williams on Mar 1, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 45'
Draft: 4.2'

Overall Rating:

4

Holding:

4

Wind Protection:

4

Current Flow:

4

Wake Protection:

3

Scenic Beauty:

4

Ease of Shopping:

1

Shore Access:

1

Pet Friendly:

1

Cell Service:

1

WiFi:

1

even southeast waves create a roll. very bumpy. there is more water then the chars show. move in close to shore for more protection

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Review for Chub Cay

Reviewed by: Michael Buckley on Jun 19, 2023
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 45'
Draft: 4.3'

Overall Rating:

4

Holding:

5

Wind Protection:

2

Current Flow:

2

Wake Protection:

2

Scenic Beauty:

5

Ease of Shopping:

1

Shore Access:

1

Pet Friendly:

1

Cell Service:

5

WiFi:

1

Anchored out front of the resort. Great holding, rode out a couple 40+ k squalls. Pricey resort, wanted $200 day pass.

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Review for Chub Cay

Reviewed by: Eric Ramsey, SunBums, on Mar 29, 2023
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 39'
Draft: 4.0'

Overall Rating:

5

Holding:

5

Wind Protection:

4

Current Flow:

3

Wake Protection:

3

Scenic Beauty:

4

Ease of Shopping:

3

Shore Access:

3

We anchored out for the day as we arrived early waiting to get into the marina. We did not get a day pass since we will be staying in the marina the next few days. Beautiful spot with all the colorful house. Good holding but some wake from the boats going through the channel to the marina. Several little outer islands to go exploring.

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Review for Chub Cay

Reviewed by: Richard on Mar 2, 2022
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 45'
Draft: 5.0'

Overall Rating:

5

Holding:

5

Wind Protection:

5

Current Flow:

1

Wake Protection:

5

Scenic Beauty:

5

Shore Access:

3

Cell Service:

5

WiFi:

4

Very nice Anchorage with great wind and swell protection when the winds are out of the north east and southeast. Really enjoyed our stay. The day pass at the resort is well worth the price.

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Review for Chub Cay

Reviewed by: Chris Himmelheber, Carina, on Feb 10, 2020
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 36'
Draft: 6.0'

Overall Rating:

3

Holding:

5

Wind Protection:

3

Current Flow:

5

Wake Protection:

2

Scenic Beauty:

1

Shore Access:

1

Cell Service:

3

I stayed to the north of Mama Rhoda Rock, hoping to avoid the current and swells closer to Chub Cay. Holding was excellent, and I had no discernable current. However, the island is pretty low-slung, and provided only a little protection from the wind, and there was a significant wrap-around of the swells. I should have anchored closer to shore, but I don't know how much difference that would have made. Still, I was alone out there, and there was no traffic or insects anywhere near me. An easy approach from the West but irreguar shallows to the East.

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Review for Chub Cay

Reviewed by: Nate Atwater on Feb 9, 2018
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 40'
Draft: 4.5'

Overall Rating:

4

Holding:

4

Wind Protection:

3

Current Flow:

5

Wake Protection:

5

Scenic Beauty:

4

Ease of Shopping:

2

Shore Access:

4

Pet Friendly:

4

Cell Service:

4

WiFi:

3

Great place with winds from Norh to East. Still good in SE but wraparound makes it a little rocky. Chub Cay Club is nice and seems to be loosening up in offseason to cruisers.

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