Ragged Island

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Note: Flights available only on Monday, Wednesday & Friday

Note: Flights available only on Monday & Friday

Discover Ragged Island

Quiet, serene, and hilly, Ragged Island isn’t as rough as its name suggests. The island is a haven for avid fishermen, with its unparalleled flats ideal for bonefishing. It’s not uncommon to snag an abundance of grouper, snapper, barracuda, tuna and king fish during just one day on the water. The beaches of Ragged Island are mostly unexplored, and the coves are perfect for picnicking, relaxing and combing for shells. Those looking to explore by land will find several historical landmarks, quaint towns and authentic handmade Bahamian crafts. It’s an adventure unlike any other.

Latoya Curling, Ambassador for Ragged Island

Known as the ‘Rock’, my island is beautiful and peaceful, with sweet ocean breezes; everyone who visits falls in love with it.

Latoya Curling, Ragged Island

What Makes Ragged Island Unique

Little is known about the early days of The Ragged Island chain other than the settlement of Great Ragged Island was named Duncan Town after its founder who developed the island’s salt industry. Ragged Island is believed to have been a pirate safe house at one point, with its rocks and caves offering great hideaways. Blackbeard's Bay and Blackbeard's Well signify that the pirate may have established his headquarters near the well because of its unique location. Today, just 72 people call Ragged Island home. Because the population is so small, the three religious denominations on the island get together at the same church each Sunday and celebrate as one community.

Smallest Inhabited Island

Great Ragged Island, the main island in the Jumento Cays, is one of the smallest inhabited islands in The Bahamas archipelago. Its population has dwindled from a high of 477 persons in 1943 to less than 100 today.

Breathtaking Ocean Views

Ragged Islanders are a hardy, seafaring people, who build boats, booms, and masts for sailing sloops, race boats in regattas, and fish. They love the sea so much that nearly every home is built to have a breathtaking view of the ocean.

Three Religions. One Roof.

Only the Anglican, Baptist, and Church of God denominations are represented on the island. And, due to the small population, there is a floating schedule with everyone worshipping together on Sunday at one of the three churches.

Chain Of Islands

The croissant-shaped Jumento Chain comprises islets, cays, and rocks stretching over 110 miles. They include Great and Little Ragged Island, Raccoon Cay, Hog Cay, Knife Cay, Nurse Cay, Flamingo Cay, and Double-Breasted Cay.

Here are some popular Things to Do on Ragged Island

Here are some upcoming and featured events in Ragged Island

Christmas Day Holiday

Fri, December 25, 2020

Christmas is celebrated in The Bahamas with many carnivals and festivals. We also have adopted many of the same traditions and customs of other countries. These include gift-giving, feasting and sending Christmas cards.

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Majority Rule Day Holiday

Sun, January 10, 2021

Majority Rule Day became a public holiday in 2014. It commemorates The Bahamas gaining majority rule for the first time on January 10, 1967, symbolizing the promise of equality, a level playing field, and fair play for all Bahamians.

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