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Barbary Beach

Address: Eastern End, over the Casarina Bridge going East, Grand Bahama Island

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If not the most exotic beach on Grand Bahama, this is definitely the most secluded. Located east of the Grand Lucayan Waterway, Barbary Beach is known for its wide variety of shells and peaceful ambiance. A great place to get away from it all and enjoy the varied landscapes that nature provides.

Gold Rock Beach

Address: Lucayan National Park, towards East End, 25 miles from Freeport, Grand Bahama Island

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Gold Rock Beach is located in the Lucayan National Park about 25 miles from Freeport. This very secluded beach has picnic tables, benches and barbecue pits. A popular spot for locals on the weekend, but during the week it could be just you. Enjoy the beautiful sights and melodic sounds of the ocean.

Lucayan Beach

Address: Royal Palm Way, Grand Bahama Island

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The island's most popular tourist beach, Lucaya Beach is located across from Port Lucaya. Water activities of all types can be found here. A great place to take a nice long walk or to interact with the party scene.

Lucayan National Park

Address: Midshipman Rd, drive east along Midshipman Rd, Grand Bahama Island

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Said to have one of the largest underwater cave systems in the world, Lucayan National Park is a 40-acre seaside land preserve. There are trails and elevated walkways leading you through a natural forest with pools full of rare marine life. Some tours will take you here, but be sure to visit since this is a unique...

Mather Town Beach

Address: Off Midshipman Rd, 3 miles from Port Lucaya, Grand Bahama Island

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Conveniently located only three miles from Port Lucaya, Mather Town Beach is the perfect place to spend the day. Conditions are ideal for swimming. Plus, it's near Club Caribe, a stop for great regional cuisine or a specialty frozen drink.

Paradise Cove Beach

Address: Deadman's Reef, along Queen's Hwy, Grand Bahama Island

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At Paradise Cove, the name fits because that's exactly where you will think you are! The location is not too far out of town, but it is far enough for you to feel like you are almost on another island. Positioned on a beautiful point of beach, this is an excellent place to spend a few hours or the whole day. There is...

Peterson Cay National Park

Address: 1 mile off of Grand Bahama's south shore, Grand Bahama Island

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Only accessible by boat, Peterson's Cay is a small island located one mile from Grand Bahama's southern end. This is a protected park area, but tourists can still visit it. Great snorkeling can be found here, but it is best to take a tour to get here. Beautiful views (which make for stunning photographs) can certainly...

Taino Beach

Address: Jolly Roger Dr, Grand Bahama Island

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Taino Beach is an active place! Several restaurants are located here, as well as a hodge-podge of water sports, straw goods and hair braiding. This is a favorite place for families.

William's Town Beach

Address: off E Sunrise Hwy, down Beachway Dr, Grand Bahama Island

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A favorite among locals, William's Town Beach is located south of Freeport at William's Town settlement. A fairly secluded area, this beach offers an ideal spot to sit, relax and enjoy. Many water sport can be found here as well.

Xanadu Beach

Address: 3 miles from the International Bazaar, Grand Bahama Island

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Known as a popular beach for tourists, Xanadu Beach offers water sports and straw goods for sale; food and drinks are also available. Here you will find a mile-long stretch of beautiful beach.

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