Sisters Creek/Sombrero Beach

• Location: Boot Key Harbor
• Lat / Lon: N 24° 41.576' / W 081° 05.328'
• Depth: 6
• Tide: 2
• Description:

  After being unable to anchor in crowded Sisters Creek anchorage just a little to the north, we wound up here against the mangroves. We dropped anchor in about 6 feet of water, tied a stern line to some stout mangrove logs, and dropped a stern anchor on the opposite side of the boat. This had us pointing upstream near the mangroves in such a way that the tide/current change couldn't push us all the way into the trees. It worked; we barely moved. A large sailing cat joined us a little farther up with a similar setup. I think this would be fine for one night but suspect the neighbors across the channel might stir up a fuss for longer stays.

  NOTE: Per Florida Statute 327.4109

  The owner or operator of a vessel or floating structure may not anchor or moor such that the nearest approach of the anchored or moored vessel or floating structure is:

  1. Within 150 feet of any marina, boat ramp, boatyard, or other vessel launching or loading facility;
  2. Within 300 feet of a superyacht repair facility. For purposes of this subparagraph, the term "superyacht repair facility" means a facility that services or repairs a yacht with a water line of 120 feet or more in length; or
  3. Within 100 feet outward from the marked boundary of a public mooring field or a lesser distance if approved by the commission upon request of a local government within which the mooring field is located. The commission may adopt rules to implement this subparagraph.

  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.