Reviews from John PARKS (3)

Anchorage Review for Cinco Bayou - Fort Walton Beach

Reviewed by: John PARKS, Carma’s Reward, on Feb 27, 2025
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 48'
Draft: 4.0'

We did not anchor at the symbol location as it seemed too close to shore and the main traffic flow under the bridge. We moved directly across the bay and anchored in front of the condo/apartment complex, so the ratings are based on that location. Deep anchorage 23'; could have gotten a little closer to shore. If you are under 18' air draft, recommend going under the fixed bridge and anchor in that bay. We dinghy to AJ's, they have a dock for small boats. Walked to Publix, about a mile. AJ's is a nice bar/restaurant and just had appetizers.

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Marina Review for Ashland City Marina

Reviewed by: John PARKS , Carma’s Reward, on Oct 14, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 48'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Welcoming staff and a great spot to stay off the main channel. A great price for the night and a great price for diesel fuel with the ALGCA discount and we filled the water tanks for our next stop, Nashville.

We stopped on a Sunday afternoon and the stores in town were closed but we walked (you can dingy) to the restaurant across the river, The Riverview Restaurant and Marina. They offered a wonderful catfish dinner.

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Anchorage Review for Sandy Bay

Reviewed by: John PARKS, Carma’s Reward, on Jul 30, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 48'
Draft: 4.0'

Beautiful anchorage. Anchorage can hold 4-5 boats easily. Anchored in mud with no weeds. Poor cell service T-Mobile had poor signal, AT&T had 1 bar of 4G. No access to shore as this is native lands. Posted signs for access restrictions. We have no pets so did not need to go ashore

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