Mouillage

Sandy Bay

3.6U.S. Virgin IslandsUS Virgin Islands
Shelter
W, E, SW, S, SE
Seabed
sand
Anchoring
Allowed

Bay with a sand beach on the north side of the West End of St. Thomas.

  • Beach

Guide

Approach and anchoring

Sand bottom. Sheltered from east round through south to west, open to the north, the quarter of the winter swells.

Practical

Anchoring is allowed according to Navily. No moorings, pontoon or water; the beach is the only thing ashore.

Key facts

Type
Anchorage
Coordinates
18.35435, -65.03593 (18°21.26'N 65°2.16'W)
Country
U.S. Virgin Islands
Shelter
Sheltered from west, east, south-west, south, south-east winds
Seabed
sand
Anchoring
Allowed
Services
Beach
Boaters' rating
3.6/5
Updated
October 14, 2026

Getting there

Sandy Bay lies at 18°21.26'N 65°2.16'W, that is 18.35435, -65.03593 in decimal degrees.

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Frequently asked questions

Which winds is Sandy Bay sheltered from?

Sandy Bay is sheltered from west, east, south-west, south, south-east winds.

Can you anchor at Sandy Bay?

Yes, anchoring is allowed at Sandy Bay.

How do boaters rate Sandy Bay?

Sandy Bay is rated 3.6/5 by boaters on BoatMap.

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