Emerson Point Anchorage West

• Location: Manatee River
• Mile Marker: 93
• Lat / Lon: N 27° 31.907' / W 082° 38.239'
• Depth: 6
• Tide: 2.5
• Description:

  This anchorage is just off the GIWW on the north side of the Manatee River. There is good wind protection from the northwest to the northeast. Sand bottom with good holding (anchor came up clean). Anchored in 8.5' of water at mid-tide. The tide was to go up 1.2' to reach 2.3' at high tide. Tide was to go down 1.37' to reach 0.37' at low tide. Anchorage is exposed to wakes from boats on the Manatee River. There appears to be dingy access to shore. This is a good anchorage when transiting the GICW.

  DISCLAIMER: The laws and regulations governing anchoring in Florida waters are complex and everchanging. If you plan to anchor, whether overnight or for an extended period, you should confirm whether you are in compliance with local and state requirements before committing to a location. Two sources of information that may be helpful are the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and the Florida State Statutes.