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Rainbow Cay

Location: North Eleuthera
Lat / Lon: N 25° 20.017' / W 076° 26.077'
Depth: 8'-10'
Tide: 2.5'-3.5'
Description:
Rainbow Cay is a small anchorage off a beautiful beach that is protected by the mass of Rainbow Cay and the mainland of Eleuthera.
The most prominent landmark in the area is the modern Sayle House Vacation rental which is located on the peninsula leading towards Rainbow Cay. There is protection from the northeast to east and there is good holding in sand, however with winds from any other direction the anchorage can be uncomfortable even when the winds are under 15 knots.
The entire area is slated for development. With Saylle House at its nucleus, so do not be surprised to find the area busy with heavy equipment and construction crews.

Holding:

5.00

Good, Sand

Wind Protection:

4.00

N-SE

Current Flow:

3.00

Wake Protection:

4.00

Open and Exposed West Through Southwest

Scenic Beauty:

4.00

Ease of Shopping:

1.00

Shore Access:

3.00

Beach nearby

Pet Friendly:

3.00

Beach nearby

Cell Service:

4.00

Good Coverage

Review for Rainbow Cay

Reviewed by: Jason Spitz on Jan 20, 2025
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 40'
Draft: 4.0'

Overall Rating:

5

Holding:

5

Wind Protection:

4

Current Flow:

3

Wake Protection:

4

Scenic Beauty:

4

Ease of Shopping:

1

Shore Access:

3

Pet Friendly:

3

Cell Service:

4

Rainbow Cay beach is a favorite of people visiting Eleuthera. It has a nice sand beach with picnic tables that have thatched roofs. Anchor in 8-15 ft close to shoreline. You can see the shallow sandbar on a clear day or look on satellite view. Sand is deep and anchor will set will. Good protection from NW to SE. There may be some wrap around current/waves from SE so tuck in if those winds are expected. Fine for West winds below 8-10 knots with a bit of roll. Not recommended for stronger westerlies. For photos of the anchorage and Atlantic side beaches click on the link in Admin Comments.
- WG Editor Comment:
  
  For photos click here.
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