Anchorage

Cayo Luis Peña SE

2.6Puerto RicoPuerto Rico
Shelter
NW, W, SW
Seabed
sand, rock, algae
Anchoring
Allowed

Anchorage off the south-east beach of Cayo Luis Peña, across the channel from Dewey, Culebra, 1.6 NM away.

  • Beach
  • Seagrass

Guide

Approach and anchoring

Sand, rock and weed bottom with seagrass. Sheltered from NW through W to SW, open to the trade wind from the east. Cayo Luis Peña is part of the Culebra National Wildlife Refuge and is open to visitors in daylight only, with no camping. The surrounding water is the Canal Luis Peña Natural Reserve, where all fishing is prohibited and anchors go on sand only.

Practical

Anchoring permitted on sand only, off the seagrass. Beach ashore, no facilities.

Key facts

Type
Anchorage
Coordinates
18.29915, -65.32795 (18°17.95'N 65°19.68'W)
Country
Puerto Rico
Shelter
Sheltered from north-west, west, south-west winds
Seabed
sand, rock, algae
Anchoring
Allowed
Services
Beach, Seagrass
Boaters' rating
2.6/5
Updated
October 14, 2026

Getting there

Cayo Luis Peña SE lies at 18°17.95'N 65°19.68'W, that is 18.29915, -65.32795 in decimal degrees.

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Frequently asked questions

Which winds is Cayo Luis Peña SE sheltered from?

Cayo Luis Peña SE is sheltered from north-west, west, south-west winds.

Can you anchor at Cayo Luis Peña SE?

Yes, anchoring is allowed at Cayo Luis Peña SE.

How do boaters rate Cayo Luis Peña SE?

Cayo Luis Peña SE is rated 2.6/5 by boaters on BoatMap.

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