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Boca Ciega Bay-G31

Location: Boca Ciega Bay
Mile Marker: Mile 115.4 - GIWW
Lat / Lon: N 27° 43.850' / W 082° 43.970'
Depth: 7-9 Feet
Description:
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.

4.00

(5)

4.00 out of 5 stars

Holding:

4.80

Excellent, Soft Mud

Wind Protection:

3.80

Open and Exposed East Through Southeast and Wakes

Current Flow:

4.40

Wake Protection:

3.20

Open and Exposed East Through Southeast and Wakes

Scenic Beauty:

3.20

Ease of Shopping:

3.25

Shore Access:

2.60

Pet Friendly:

4.00

Cell Service:

4.80

WiFi:

1.00

Review for Boca Ciega Bay-G31

Reviewed by: Jolie King, Kingdom, on Dec 10, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 38'
Draft: 3.5'

Overall Rating:

5

Holding:

5

Wind Protection:

4

Current Flow:

5

Wake Protection:

5

Scenic Beauty:

2

Ease of Shopping:

5

Shore Access:

5

Pet Friendly:

5

Cell Service:

5

WiFi:

1

We anchored here one night. Well protected unless winds from the north. We were able to dingy over to the dolphin excursion dock (as previously mentioned). We were cruising by, looking for a spot to go ashore when the owner or manager signaled us to come use his dock. Publix was right there, and beach was across the highway. Very peaceful even though surrounded by condos and construction from the last hurricane. Anchor and line were muddy as they came up but it held well.

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Review for Boca Ciega Bay-G31

Reviewed by: Edwin Weaver, She’s a Keeper II, on Jul 17, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 0.0'

Overall Rating:

4

Holding:

4

Wind Protection:

4

Current Flow:

5

Wake Protection:

3

Scenic Beauty:

3

Shore Access:

1

Cell Service:

4

Anchored about 1000' inside cove off G31 one night this week in about 10' of water. Mild westerly wind overnight thus well protected. Minimal boat traffic and noise from GIWW. Highly recommend.

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Review for Boca Ciega Bay-G31

Reviewed by: Bill Craven on Dec 15, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 42'
Draft: 4.5'

Overall Rating:

4

Holding:

5

Wind Protection:

3

Current Flow:

3

Wake Protection:

2

Scenic Beauty:

3

Ease of Shopping:

5

Shore Access:

5

Pet Friendly:

3

Cell Service:

5

WiFi:

1

We anchored here in 9' of water December 9th, 2021. It is a large, open bay and we were 250+ yards from land in any direction. The evening had very light winds out of the west and the water was flat. Very little boat traffic from the ICW, since it was a workday. We had a long dinghy ride into the dock of Dolphin Landings Boat Charter. They did not seem to mind us tying up and climbing their dock. Lots of smiles and friendly greetings. Once on land the shopping is outstanding. There is a CVS, Publix, liquor store and several restaurants within a short walk. We were by ourselves in the bay and had a good night's sleep. The next morning the wind had clocked around, coming from the southeast at 8-10mph and we were exposed. No big deal but the boat was bumping around, plus about 11am alot of boats started coming out on a Friday morning and we rolled over some wakes. The mud bottom held our Rocna Vulcan well. We would definitely anchor here again Monday through Thursaday, especially if winds are out of the west or north.

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Review for Boca Ciega Bay-G31

Reviewed by: William OBrien on Apr 4, 2021
LOA: 48'
Draft: 6.0'

Overall Rating:

4

Holding:

5

Wind Protection:

4

Current Flow:

4

Wake Protection:

3

Scenic Beauty:

4

Ease of Shopping:

1

Shore Access:

1

Cell Service:

5

WiFi:

1

Nice anchorage. Was great when we had North winds into Northeast for the night. Some seas but good holding. Lovely scenery of local homes as well. Depth was 11 feet at high tide

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Review for Boca Ciega Bay-G31

Reviewed by: Ian Ainsworth, Carina, on May 5, 2019
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 38'
Draft: 4.0'

Overall Rating:

3

Holding:

5

Wind Protection:

4

Current Flow:

5

Wake Protection:

3

Scenic Beauty:

4

Ease of Shopping:

2

Shore Access:

1

Cell Service:

5

Anchored here before going to St Pete the next day. Was in about 8ft of water, well away from the shore. There is a Publix close by but didn't bother to find a shore access. Only issue was a number of wakes from boats going inshore. Recommended overall, plenty of space.

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