Cat Hill

Cat Hill is the southernmost settlement on Ascension Island, located near the US base on the southern coast. It is a residential area for US military and contractor personnel working at the island's tracking and communications facilities. The settlement comprises housing, support buildings, and access to the rugged southern coastline. It is not open to independent travellers and has no tourist infrastructure.

The climate is subtropical and dry, with strong sunshine and little rainfall.

By Plane

RAF Ascension Island (ASI) is approximately 10 km north. Access to Cat Hill is restricted to sponsored personnel with authorised transport.

By Car / Road

Cat Hill is accessible by paved road from the airfield and Georgetown. No public transport.

The settlement is small and walkable. A vehicle is needed to reach other parts of the island.

• Volcano Club — The base bar is the main social venue, open from 17:00.

• Georgetown (12 km) — The main settlement with the port, shops, and the Saints' Club.
• Green Mountain — The island's cloud-forest peak, offering cool hiking and scenic views.
• Travellers Hill — Nearby residential area with the Volcano Club.