Mouillage

Ashtabula River

5.0United StatesGreat Lakes
Shelter
N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W, NW
Seabed
mud
Anchoring
Allowed

Sheltered anchorage on the Ashtabula River in Ashtabula, Ohio, with a mud bottom and protection from all quarters.

  • Water
  • Pontoon

Guide

Approach and anchoring

The anchorage sits inside the river, roughly a 20-minute run from Lake Erie. The enclosed banks give all-round shelter from wind. Watch for commercial and recreational traffic in the channel.

Practical

Fresh water is available. Jack's Marine lies 0.5 nm to the south and North Coast Marina and Campgrounds 0.8 nm south, the latter with dockage for up to 250 boats and a campground.

Ashore

Ashtabula County is a recognised Ohio wine-growing area, with vineyards inland from the river. The harbour district at the river mouth has the Ashtabula Maritime and Surface Transportation Museum and the lift bridge over the channel.

Key facts

Type
Anchorage
Coordinates
41.89710, -80.79491 (41°53.83'N 80°47.69'W)
Country
United States
Shelter
Sheltered from north, north-east, east, south-east, south, south-west, west, north-west winds
Seabed
mud
Anchoring
Allowed
Services
Water, Pontoon
Boaters' rating
5.0/5
Updated
July 7, 2026

Getting there

Ashtabula River lies at 41°53.83'N 80°47.69'W, that is 41.89710, -80.79491 in decimal degrees.

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Frequently asked questions

Which winds is Ashtabula River sheltered from?

Ashtabula River is sheltered from north, north-east, east, south-east, south, south-west, west, north-west winds.

Can you anchor at Ashtabula River?

Yes, anchoring is allowed at Ashtabula River.

How do boaters rate Ashtabula River?

Ashtabula River is rated 5.0/5 by boaters on BoatMap.

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