Landmark· Eleuthera· Bahamas — Eleuthera, Andros & the Out Islands
Tarpum Bay
24° 58.3′ N · 76° 11.0′ W
One of Eleuthera's larger settlements, named for the tarpon once found here, with brightly painted houses, a big waterside Anglican church and two fishing docks where the day's catch is sold.
Practical
Position is the town node in OpenStreetMap. Population 766 (2010); originally named Glenelg (Wikipedia). Local fishermen sell their catch daily at the docks. Tarpum Bay holds a Junkanoo parade, typically at Christmas (Wikivoyage); check locally for the schedule. Police: 242-332-4033.
Best for
Fresh fish and a walk through a painted settlement