Anchorages Flashcards
Are there general anchorages in the chartlet. How many small craft anchorages areas will be discussed?
There are no general anchorages but 3 small craft anchorage areas will be discussed throughout the San Juan Islands.
What are the anchorages around Fidalgo Island?
Burrows bay on the west side of Fidalgo Island has a soft bottom and depths of 15 fathoms. It is protected by Burrows and Allan Islands.
What are the Orcas Island anchorages?
Orcas island has 3 anchorages on the S side. EastSound and West Sound have depths of 7-12 fathoms. Deep harbor is 6-7 fathoms deep.
What are the Lopez island anchorages?
Lopez Sound between Lopez and Decatur Islands has depths of 3-5 fathoms. Mackaye harbor on the S side of Lopez is well sheltered with depths of 5-6 fathoms.