Mouillage

Live Oak Bay

4.8United StatesCarolinas and Georgia
Shelter
E
Seabed
sand
Anchoring
Allowed

Anchorage on the lower Neuse River near New Bern, on the North Carolina coast.

Guide

Approach and anchoring

The Neuse runs broad here and the anchorage sits in open water sheltered only from the east. Pick the lee shore according to the forecast. The bottom is sand and holds well. The river links downtown New Bern to the Intracoastal Waterway.

Practical

Northwest Creek Marina lies 2.1 nm NW, in the protected basin at Fairfield Harbour, with a fuel dock and a ship store. Duck Creek Marina and Boatyard is 5.1 nm NW. Downtown New Bern is about 5 nm by water.

Key facts

Type
Anchorage
Coordinates
35.04513, -76.93408 (35°2.71'N 76°56.04'W)
Country
United States
Shelter
Sheltered from east winds
Seabed
sand
Anchoring
Allowed
Boaters' rating
4.8/5
Updated
July 7, 2026

Getting there

Live Oak Bay lies at 35°2.71'N 76°56.04'W, that is 35.04513, -76.93408 in decimal degrees.

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Frequently asked questions

Which winds is Live Oak Bay sheltered from?

Live Oak Bay is sheltered from east winds.

Can you anchor at Live Oak Bay?

Yes, anchoring is allowed at Live Oak Bay.

How do boaters rate Live Oak Bay?

Live Oak Bay is rated 4.8/5 by boaters on BoatMap.

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