Hatchet Bay
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The best thing about this spot is that nobody goes here because of the rocks. It is a great surf spot with a sketchy entry and that keeps the crowd mellow.
Additional Info:
This spot is a little tricky getting in the water. The best spot I have found is at the northern most corner of the beach. There is a little patch of sand here and if you time it right you can get out easily. Beware of the current rushing out, it can put you in a dangerous position. It will pull you towards the cliff and if you can't beat it you will pay.
Location
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Drive southeast from Gregory Town on Queens highway. As soon as you see Hatchet Bay on your right you need to look for a Bahamas Telephone sign on your left. Turn left at the sign and you will pass a cell phone tower and a power plant on your right. The road will change from asphalt to dirt. Continue on the dirt road until you see a gate and a sign that reads "No Trespassing". Turn left just before the sign, park and follow the path to the beach.
| Walk | Instant access (<5 min) |
|---|---|
| Public access | Yes |
| 4x4 required | Unknown |
| Boat required | Unknown |
Wave Characteristics
| Type | Reef (rocky) |
|---|---|
| Direction | Right and left |
| Bottom | Flat rocks |
| Power | Fun |
| Frequency | Very consistent (150+ days/year) |
| Normal length | Short (<50m) |
| Good day length | Normal (50 to 150m) |
Ideal Conditions
| Wind direction | West, SouthWest, South |
|---|---|
| Swell direction | North, East, NorthEast |
| Swell size | Less than 3ft - 10ft+ |
| Tide | All tides |
| Tide movement | Rising tide |
Crowd
| Week | Empty |
|---|---|
| Weekend | Empty |
Dangers
Urchins, Rocks
Videos
None
Nearby spots
2.84 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Reef (coral, sharp rocks etc.) with sand |
| Frequency: | Regular (100 days/year) |
3.54 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Reef (coral, sharp rocks etc.) with sand |
| Frequency: | Regular (100 days/year) |
4.37 miles away
| Direction: | Right |
| Bottom: | Reef (coral, sharp rocks etc.) with sand |
| Frequency: | Sometimes breaks (50 days/year) |