Anchorages in St. Thomas & Water Island
Charlotte Amalie (duty-free capital and cruise port), Red Hook (major charter hub and BVI departure point), Christmas Cove (famous snorkelling and Pizza Pi), and the peaceful Water Island — all within the western gateway to the USVI sailing area.
CBP ROAM clearance mandatory — no anchoring on coral
All vessels arriving from the BVI or any foreign port must clear US Customs & Border Protection. Use the free CBP ROAM app before arrival or clear in person at Charlotte Amalie (Crown Bay), Cruz Bay (St. John), or Christiansted (St. Croix). All crew must carry valid US entry documentation. No anchoring on coral or seagrass throughout USVI waters — anchor only in sand or mud.
Verified Anchorages — St. Thomas & Water Island
10 anchorages
Charlotte Amalie Harbour
Charlotte Amalie · St. Thomas Harbour · Crown Bay
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Cowpet Bay
Cowpet Bay anchorage · St. Thomas East
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Red Hook Bay
Red Hook · Red Hook Marina · American Yacht Harbor
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Christmas Cove
Christmas Cove Great St. James · Great St. James anchorage
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Water Island — Honeymoon Bay
Honeymoon Bay Water Island · Water Island anchorage
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Frenchman Bay
Frenchman Bay anchorage · South St. Thomas
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Jersey Bay
Jersey Bay anchorage · South St. Thomas Jersey
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Benner Bay
Benner Bay anchorage · East St. Thomas Benner
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Brewer's Bay
Brewers Bay St. Thomas · Northwest St. Thomas beach
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Compass Point Marina Approach
Compass Point anchorage · East St. Thomas marina approach
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Set Your Anchor Alarm Before You Sleep
In St. Thomas, cruise ship wash and ferry traffic can cause unexpected anchor drag. Safety Anchor Alarm monitors your GPS position continuously — even while you explore Charlotte Amalie's duty-free shops ashore.
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