Anchorage

Calusa Beach & Loggerhead Beach

4.3United StatesFlorida Keys
Shelter
NE, E, SE
Seabed
sand
Anchoring
Allowed

Anchorage off Calusa Beach and Loggerhead Beach at Bahia Honda State Park, in the lower Florida Keys.

  • Beach

Guide

Approach and anchoring

Sand bottom. Sheltered from north-east round through east to south-east, but open to the south-west and to the wash funnelling through Bahia Honda Channel under the old railway bridge. Set the anchor clear of seagrass beds.

Ashore

Bahia Honda State Park has two beaches reached by tender: Calusa Beach faces Florida Bay with calm shallow flats, and the 3,000 ft Loggerhead Beach faces the Atlantic. The park rents kayaks and snorkelling gear. Big Pine Sea Center is 4.8 nm to the west for fuel and supplies.

Key facts

Type
Anchorage
Coordinates
24.65748, -81.28000 (24°39.45'N 81°16.80'W)
Country
United States
Shelter
Sheltered from north-east, east, south-east winds
Seabed
sand
Anchoring
Allowed
Services
Beach
Boaters' rating
4.3/5
Updated
July 7, 2026

Getting there

Calusa Beach & Loggerhead Beach lies at 24°39.45'N 81°16.80'W, that is 24.65748, -81.28000 in decimal degrees.

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Frequently asked questions

Which winds is Calusa Beach & Loggerhead Beach sheltered from?

Calusa Beach & Loggerhead Beach is sheltered from north-east, east, south-east winds.

Can you anchor at Calusa Beach & Loggerhead Beach?

Yes, anchoring is allowed at Calusa Beach & Loggerhead Beach.

How do boaters rate Calusa Beach & Loggerhead Beach?

Calusa Beach & Loggerhead Beach is rated 4.3/5 by boaters on BoatMap.

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