Anchorage

Santa Maria Bay

4.2U.S. Virgin IslandsUS Virgin Islands
Shelter
W, E, SW, S, SE
Seabed
sand
Anchoring
Allowed

Bay with a beach on the north coast of St. Thomas, west of Hull Bay towards the West End.

  • Beach

Guide

Approach and anchoring

Sand bottom. Sheltered from east round through south to west, open to the north, which brings in the winter swell.

Practical

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

Key facts

Type
Anchorage
Coordinates
18.36245, -64.99532 (18°21.75'N 64°59.72'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
4.2/5
Updated
October 14, 2026

Getting there

Santa Maria Bay lies at 18°21.75'N 64°59.72'W, that is 18.36245, -64.99532 in decimal degrees.

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Frequently asked questions

Which winds is Santa Maria Bay sheltered from?

Santa Maria Bay is sheltered from west, east, south-west, south, south-east winds.

Can you anchor at Santa Maria Bay?

Yes, anchoring is allowed at Santa Maria Bay.

How do boaters rate Santa Maria Bay?

Santa Maria Bay is rated 4.2/5 by boaters on BoatMap.

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