The terrain ranges widely throughout the island, including white flat expanses from which salt is extracted, swamplands, beaches, and sloping (in the north) and low (in the south) hills.

Some writers identify Long Island as the site of one of Christopher Columbus' landfalls during his 1492 voyage.

For example, Joseph Judge and Samuel Eliot Morison identify Long Island as corresponding to the third island visited by Columbus, which he called Fernandina and which the indigenous Lucayan people called Yuma, meaning "middle high land".

The original Loyalists were mainly from New England and New Jersey and arrived on Long Island after fleeing the American Revolution.

69) known for its small Greek influence and a "fish-house" which helps support the local fishing industry.

98) is home of the Long Island Regatta, an annual event that draws tourists from around the world.

54) is home to Nelson Glandville McFarlane Major High School, as well as the Long Island Library and Museum.

Transport on Long Island is road-based, with limited taxi service available, particularly from Stella Maris to Deadman's Cay and Clarence Town.

The inhabitants grow peas, corn, bananas, and they raise small livestock such as pigs, chickens, goats, and sheep.

This method of farming contributes to the success of Long Island farmers, who are usually able to generate enough excess produce to sell their fruits and vegetables throughout the Bahamas.

Tourist opportunities include sailing, fishing, scuba diving, snorkelling and relaxing on beaches.

Stella Maris airport was designed and built by Jack Henry Cordery who was engaged by Stella Maris Estate Company in 1967 when he emigrated from England to take the job of Estate Development Manager.