Treasure Cay

Treasure Cay, is a parcel of land connected to Great Abaco Island in the Bahamas. It has a population of 1,187.(2010 census)[1]

Treasure Cay
Treasure Cay
Treasure Cay
Coordinates: 26°40′34″N 77°17′36″W
Country Bahamas
IslandAbaco
DistrictNorth Abaco
Elevation
0 m (0 ft)
Population
 (2010)
 • Total1,187
Time zoneUTC-5 (Eastern Time Zone)
Area code(s)242

There are two resorts Bahama Beach Club and Treasure Cay Beach Hotel, Marina & Golf resort, condos, villas, and private homes, many for rent. Located within are bars, restaurants, shops, and a bakery, a ceramic shop. There is a large marina that hosts seasonal fishing tournaments, tennis courts, and a golf course. Green Turtle Cay Ferry Dock is located on the island.

History

The settlement of Carleton Point, named after Sir Guy Carleton, was founded in 1783 on the northern end of Sand Banks Cay by about 600 Loyalists fleeing the post-Revolutionary United States. A hurricane hit in 1785, and the settlement was later deserted[2]

Transportation

The area is served by Treasure Cay Airport.

References
  1. NORTH ABACO POPULATION BY SETTLEMENT AND TOTAL NUMBER OF OCCUPIED DWELLINGS: 2010 CENSUS - Bahamas Department of Statistics
  2. http://www.bahamas.com/node/50996
  • Steve Dodge, The First Loyalist Settlements in Abaco, Carleton and Marsh's Harbour, 1979 (not seen)
  • Sandy Estabrook's Abaco Guide
  • Bahama Beach Club Treasure Cay Guide
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