Anchorage

Fredericksburg Cove

3.7U.S. Virgin IslandsUS Virgin Islands
Shelter
NW, N, NE, W, E
Seabed
sand
Anchoring
Allowed

Anchorage in Charlotte Amalie harbour on St. Thomas, between the downtown waterfront and Yacht Haven Grande.

  • Mooring buoys
  • Pontoon

Guide

Approach and anchoring

Come in by the main harbour channel used by the cruise ships. Sand bottom, sheltered from west round through north to east and open to the south, the harbour mouth.

Practical

Navily lists mooring buoys, a dinghy pontoon and anchoring allowed, for boats up to about 14 metres. Downtown Charlotte Amalie and Yacht Haven Grande, with fuel and a customs office by reservation, are a short dinghy ride away.

Key facts

Type
Anchorage
Coordinates
18.33626, -64.92824 (18°20.18'N 64°55.69'W)
Country
U.S. Virgin Islands
Shelter
Sheltered from north-west, north, north-east, west, east winds
Seabed
sand
Anchoring
Allowed
Maximum length
47 ft
Services
Mooring buoys, Pontoon
Boaters' rating
3.7/5
Updated
October 14, 2026

Getting there

Fredericksburg Cove lies at 18°20.18'N 64°55.69'W, that is 18.33626, -64.92824 in decimal degrees.

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Frequently asked questions

Which winds is Fredericksburg Cove sheltered from?

Fredericksburg Cove is sheltered from north-west, north, north-east, west, east winds.

Can you anchor at Fredericksburg Cove?

Yes, anchoring is allowed at Fredericksburg Cove.

What boat length does Fredericksburg Cove accept?

Fredericksburg Cove accepts boats up to 47 ft.

How do boaters rate Fredericksburg Cove?

Fredericksburg Cove is rated 3.7/5 by boaters on BoatMap.

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