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Egmont Harbor

Lat / Lon: N 12° 00.799' / W 061° 43.448'
Depth: 15
Description:
Egmont Harbor is a good place to ride out a storm with very good 360 degree protection from wind and waves. There are no services and shore access is very limited.

Holding:

4.00

The bottom is soft, muddy clay with seashells an hold decently

Wind Protection:

5.00

Current Flow:

5.00

Wake Protection:

5.00

Scenic Beauty:

5.00

Ease of Shopping:

1.00

Shore Access:

1.00

A few gaps in the mangroves. Private docks will kick you off.

Pet Friendly:

1.00

Cell Service:

5.00

Review for Egmont Harbor

Reviewed by: Tom Allison on Jul 4, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 45'
Draft: 5.0'

Overall Rating:

4

Holding:

4

Wind Protection:

5

Current Flow:

5

Wake Protection:

5

Scenic Beauty:

5

Ease of Shopping:

1

Shore Access:

1

Pet Friendly:

1

Cell Service:

5

We ducked in this pretty little bay last minute to ride out hurricane Beryl. We anchored 50 feet from shore with two anchors and four lines to shore. We held well. During the storm a couple of boats dragged anchor (winds 35 to 40 knots sustained with gusts to 60). After the storm we relocated to the middle and held well on one anchor in 20 feet of water, five to one scope, winds 10-20 knots. Consistent E-SE winds keep your boat pointed in that direction with minimal swing. No significant current or tides.

The few docks are private and discourage dinghies. There are a few gaps in the mangrove that you can use to get to shore. The nearest services are a 15-minute walk away at Le Phare Bleu. There is an excellent small grocery "Meet and Meat", a coffee shop and the restaurant Island Fever. Staff there are friendly and very helpful.

In summary, a good place to ride out a storm or spend a few nights if you don't need shore services.

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