Harbour

San Diego Yacht Club

5.0San Diego, United StatesSouthern California
Type
Harbour

Members' yacht club with its own marina on Shelter Island, in San Diego Bay, southern California.

Guide

Approach and anchoring

The club lies on the inner shore of Shelter Island, off the main San Diego Bay channel and well sheltered from the Pacific swell. Berths are reserved for members and reciprocal guests.

History

Founded in 1886, the San Diego Yacht Club is one of the oldest in the United States. It held the America's Cup from 1988 to 1995 after wins by Dennis Conner in 1987 and 1988 and by Bill Koch aboard America in 1992. The trophy was kept on display at the clubhouse during that period.

Key facts

Type
Harbour
Coordinates
32.71783, -117.22806 (32°43.07'N 117°13.68'W)
Town
San Diego
Country
United States
Boaters' rating
5.0/5
Updated
July 7, 2026

Getting there

San Diego Yacht Club lies at 32°43.07'N 117°13.68'W, that is 32.71783, -117.22806 in decimal degrees.

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