Cycling in Bahamas
Including Abaco Islands Bike Trail (Marsh Harbour – Hope Town), Bimini Island Road Cycling Route, and Cat Island Rural Roads. On the map.
The vibe
Cycling here feels like a leisurely island cruise, with flat roads and sea breezes, rather than mountain bike trails. Year‑round, but the dry season offers the most pleasant temperatures. Bike rentals are common, and many tourists take relaxed rides along coastal roads, making it a laid‑back experience.
Abaco Islands Bike Trail (Marsh Harbour – Hope Town)
South Abaco
Earth Science and Remote Sensing Unit , Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center / Wikimedia Commons (Public domain)
A 95‑km paved and lightly gravelled route that connects Marsh Harbour with the historic lighthouse town of Hope Town, passing through the iconic “Chocolate‑Covered” beaches and the charming settlement of Green Turtle Cay.
Access. Bike rentals are plentiful in Marsh Harbour; luggage can be shipped via local ferry services for multi‑day tours.
Notes. Dry season provides pleasant riding conditions; traffic is sparse outside the main towns. Suitable for road and mixed‑surface bikes.
Bimini Island Road Cycling Route
Bimini
Per Ola Wiberg from Ekerö, Sweden / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 2.0)
A 55‑km paved loop that circles North and South Bimini, passing the famous Bimini Road, the historic Dolphin House, and pristine white‑sand beaches with crystal‑clear waters.
Access. Bike rentals are available at the Bimini Big Game Club; bikes can be shipped from Nassau and stored at the local marina.
Notes. Ride during the cooler months; traffic is minimal. E‑bikes are permitted.
Cat Island Rural Roads
Cat Island
Earth Science and Remote Sensing Unit , Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center / Wikimedia Commons (Public domain)
A quiet 60‑km network of paved country roads that wind through the pine‑forested interior of Cat Island, linking the historic settlement of New Bight with the secluded beaches of Old Bight.
Access. Bike rentals are limited but can be arranged through the New Bight guesthouse; bikes can be flown in via Nassau and transferred by local charter.
Notes. Ride during November‑April for cooler temperatures; traffic is virtually nonexistent. Ideal for relaxed road cycling.
Eleuthera Island Coastal Road
Eleuthera
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A scenic 110‑km paved route that runs the length of Eleuthera’s eastern shore, linking the pink‑sand beaches of Harbour Island, the historic town of Governor’s Harbour, and the dramatic cliffs of the Glass Window Bridge.
Access. Bike rentals are available in Governor’s Harbour; many tour operators arrange bike transport from Nassau or the Bahamas International Airport (Nassau).
Notes. Ideal in the dry season; traffic is light except near the main towns. E‑bikes are permitted.
Grand Bahama Island Coastal Road Tour
Grand Bahama
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A 120‑km paved route that follows the eastern shoreline of Grand Bahama, linking Freeport, the historic Port Lucaya Marketplace, and the pristine beaches of the Gold Rock Resort. Riders enjoy sweeping ocean views, mangrove wetlands, and occasional dolphin sightings.
Access. Bike hire shops operate in Freeport; luggage can be shipped to the Freeport airport and transferred to the bike shop for multi‑day tours.
Notes. Dry season (Nov‑Apr) offers comfortable temperatures; traffic is light outside Freeport. Suitable for road bikes and e‑bikes.
Great Exuma Island Loop
Great Exuma Island
Rüdiger Stehn from Kiel, Deutschland / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 2.0)
This 90‑km circuit circles Great Exuma, passing the famous Stocking Island beach, historic George Town, and the turquoise waters of the Exuma Cays. The road is mostly paved with occasional gravel sections that add a touch of adventure.
Access. Bike rentals are offered in George Town; many operators provide bike‑shipping from Nassau for touring groups.
Notes. Ride during the cooler months (Nov‑Apr) to avoid heat; traffic is minimal. Gravel sections are suitable for mixed‑surface bikes.
Long Island Coastal Loop
Long Island
Earth Science and Remote Sensing Unit , Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center / Wikimedia Commons (Public domain)
A 80‑km paved loop that skirts the eastern shoreline of Long Island, offering dramatic cliff‑side vistas, the famous Dean’s Blue Hole, and the historic settlement of Clarence Town.
Access. Bike rentals are available in Clarence Town; many operators ship bikes from Nassau and arrange local transfers.
Notes. Best in the dry season; traffic is light. Suitable for road bikes and e‑bikes.
Nassau & West End Road Loop (New Providence)
New Providence
Rüdiger Stehn from Kiel, Deutschland / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 2.0)
A 70‑km paved circuit that hugs the coastline of New Providence, passing historic Nassau, the vibrant downtown, and the tranquil West End beaches. The route offers a mix of flat ocean‑front stretches and gentle rolling hills, ideal for road cyclists and multi‑day bike‑tourists.
Access. Bike rentals and luggage‑transfer services are available in Nassau Harbour; daily shuttles can ferry bikes to the West End trailhead.
Notes. Best ridden November‑April when trade winds are mild; traffic is moderate in the city but light on the outskirts. E‑bikes are welcome.