West End

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West End featuring general coastal views as well as a small group of people
West End featuring general coastal views, boating and a bay or harbor
West End which includes boating and general coastal views
West End featuring general coastal views and tropical scenes
West End showing general coastal views and boating

Known for its storied history of rum running, this sleepy village is now a popular base for charter fishing.

It comes as a surprise to many that quiet West End, rather than bustling Freeport, is actually the capital of Grand Bahama Island. It is the oldest city on the island and an excellent spot to fish for snapper and dozens of other species. Relax on secluded sandy beaches, snorkel in the calm waters off the coast or eat conch salad from the shell at one of the shacks along the bay.

West End flourished in the early 20th century during Prohibition in the United States. The town became an important transfer base, where liquor from Canada, England, France and other countries was stored before being imported illegally into the U.S. Today, the town’s serene atmosphere gives little indication of this somewhat scandalous past. Look for a few remaining former liquor warehouses along the waterfront road.

The western end of the island has long been known for its superb sport fishing, attracting famous fishing enthusiasts including Ernest Hemingway in decades past. Head to Little Bahama Bank to fish for snook and bonefish or try reef fishing in nearby Old Bahama Bay Marina. The bay is also a fine spot for deep-sea fishing, with tuna, wahoo and marlin among the most common catches.

Cycle along the West End’s scenic coastline or relax on the quiet beaches of Old Bahama Bay. The village’s coast faces north toward a protected cove, making its waters warmer and calmer compared to the island’s Atlantic-facing beaches. Discover the Bahamas’ abundant marine life by renting snorkeling gear or enjoy the clean ocean air as you kayak through the waters off the coast.

If you visit the village in June, attend the annual West End Snapper Tournament and Festival. This lively festival features family-friendly activities, live entertainment and plenty of food. Competitions are held for the largest snapper caught as well as the best seasoned fish, among other events.

West End is 27 miles (44 kilometers) from Freeport’s center. To get here, use local bus services from Freeport or rent a car and take the highway northwest from Freeport.

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