Crooked Island in the Bahamas offers world-class saltwater fly fishing across its expansive, untouched flats. This remote paradise features vast wadeable areas like Turtle Sound and the Bight of Acklins, where anglers target trophy bonefish averaging 4 lbs with some exceeding 17 lbs. The nutrient-rich shallows also hold large populations of permit, barracuda, tarpon, and snook, providing exceptional opportunities for grand slams.
Guides navigate these pristine waters using specialized flats boats for poling and wading, leveraging intimate knowledge of tides and ecosystems. Unlike heavily fished destinations, Crooked Island's permit are less fly-wary, while triggerfish and snapper add variety to the fishery. The region's isolation ensures exclusive access to productive habitats year-round, though tarpon peak in spring/summer.
With over 20,000 acres of flats and mangrove creeks, this destination combines technical sight-fishing with reliable action across species. Experienced local guides adapt techniques to conditions—from tailing bonefish on sand flats to stalking permit along channels. Crooked Island's uncrowded waters and diverse gamefish create unforgettable light-tackle adventures.