- Shelter
- N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W, NW
- Seabed
- sand
- Anchoring
- Allowed
Anchorage in Florida Bay on the bayside of Key Largo, Florida, west of John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park. Sand bottom.
- Water
- Pontoon
Guide
Approach and anchoring
Enter from Florida Bay watching the depth, as the basin averages only about 10 feet. The sand bottom holds well once the anchor is set, and the basin gives all-round shelter from wind. In strong blows the water can stay choppy, and boats have dragged ashore here, so check the set carefully.
Practical
Fresh water is available. The NOAA dock at Key Largo and La Presta both lie 1.9 nm to the south. The anchorage is much used as a staging point while waiting for a weather window to cross to the Bahamas or run down the Keys.
Key facts
- Type
- Anchorage
- Coordinates
- 25.12802, -80.43182 (25°7.68'N 80°25.91'W)
- Country
- United States
- Shelter
- Sheltered from north, north-east, east, south-east, south, south-west, west, north-west winds
- Seabed
- sand
- Anchoring
- Allowed
- Services
- Water, Pontoon
- Boaters' rating
- 5.0/5
- Updated
- July 7, 2026
Getting there
Tarpon Basin lies at 25°7.68'N 80°25.91'W, that is 25.12802, -80.43182 in decimal degrees.
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Which winds is Tarpon Basin sheltered from?
Tarpon Basin is sheltered from north, north-east, east, south-east, south, south-west, west, north-west winds.
Can you anchor at Tarpon Basin?
Yes, anchoring is allowed at Tarpon Basin.
How do boaters rate Tarpon Basin?
Tarpon Basin is rated 5.0/5 by boaters on BoatMap.
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