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Saturn Barge Channel

Location: Banana River
Mile Marker: Mile 893.6
Lat / Lon: N 28° 24.630' / W 080° 38.530'
Depth: 6-8 Feet
Description:
A short run north in the Saturn Barge Channel offers access to anchorage possibilities near the spoil islands just off the eastern side These islands are outside the "No-Motor Zone" which begins to their north and east.
NOTE: Per Florida Statute 327.4109

The owner or operator of a vessel or floating structure may not anchor or moor such that the nearest approach of the anchored or moored vessel or floating structure is:
1. Within 150 feet of any marina, boat ramp, boatyard, or other vessel launching or loading facility;
2. Within 300 feet of a superyacht repair facility. For purposes of this subparagraph, the term "superyacht repair facility" means a facility that services or repairs a yacht with a water line of 120 feet or more in length; or
3. Within 100 feet outward from the marked boundary of a public mooring field or a lesser distance if approved by the commission upon request of a local government within which the mooring field is located. The commission may adopt rules to implement this subparagraph.

Holding:

4.00

Good, Sandy Mud

Wind Protection:

3.00

Open Northwest and Wakes

Current Flow:

5.00

Wake Protection:

4.00

Open Northwest and Wakes

Scenic Beauty:

3.50

Ease of Shopping:

1.00

Shore Access:

2.00

Pet Friendly:

5.00

Cell Service:

5.00

WiFi:

1.00

Review for Saturn Barge Channel

Reviewed by: Eric Stanley, Argyle, on May 13, 2023
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 38'
Draft: 5.0'

Overall Rating:

4

Holding:

4

Wind Protection:

3

Current Flow:

5

Wake Protection:

3

Scenic Beauty:

2

Ease of Shopping:

1

Shore Access:

1

Pet Friendly:

5

Cell Service:

5

WiFi:

1

Easy anchoring anywhere east of the barge channel going north from the marked spot. Not much wind protection since the surrounding land is low lying. Very little to no current in this area due to the lock. Be aware of the 65' overhead cables near G15 if you have a tall mast.

Terrific place to watch a launch from Kennedy Space Center.

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Review for Saturn Barge Channel

Reviewed by: Scott LaPointe on Mar 26, 2017
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 44'
Draft: 3.5'

Overall Rating:

4

Holding:

4

Wind Protection:

3

Current Flow:

5

Wake Protection:

5

Scenic Beauty:

5

Ease of Shopping:

1

Shore Access:

3

Pet Friendly:

5

Cell Service:

5

WiFi:

1

We stayed here for 2 nights. If the winds are from the west or northwest this anchorage will be rocky. Stop in the 6-8 foot water depth on the west side of gull island for some wave protection if a blow comes from the north or east. It has a great access to the lock for staging for Bahamas as well as a prefect vantage point for a liftoff from the launch sites. We took the dingy to Island Time Marina on Banana River for a 3 block walk to the touristy area of Cocoa Beach.

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