- Shelter
- W, E, SW, S, SE
- Seabed
- rock
- Anchoring
- Allowed
Bay indenting the north-east coast of Prince of Wales Island on the west side of Clarence Strait, Southeast Alaska.
- Beach
Guide
Approach and anchoring
Approach from Clarence Strait. The harbour bottom is rock, so holding is uncertain and the anchor should be checked carefully after backing down. Shelter is best from the southern and western quarters.
Practical
No marina facilities. Provision before arrival and carry spare fuel for the passage along Clarence Strait.
Story
Trumpeter swans gather at the Ratz Harbor estuary during the autumn migration, and Clarence Strait nearby is a feeding ground for humpback and killer whales.
Key facts
- Type
- Anchorage
- Coordinates
- 55.87971, -132.59496 (55°52.78'N 132°35.70'W)
- Country
- United States
- Shelter
- Sheltered from west, east, south-west, south, south-east winds
- Seabed
- rock
- Anchoring
- Allowed
- Services
- Beach
- Boaters' rating
- 3.0/5
- Updated
- July 7, 2026
Getting there
Ratz Harbor lies at 55°52.78'N 132°35.70'W, that is 55.87971, -132.59496 in decimal degrees.
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Write a reviewFrequently asked questions
Which winds is Ratz Harbor sheltered from?
Ratz Harbor is sheltered from west, east, south-west, south, south-east winds.
Can you anchor at Ratz Harbor?
Yes, anchoring is allowed at Ratz Harbor.
How do boaters rate Ratz Harbor?
Ratz Harbor is rated 3.0/5 by boaters on BoatMap.
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