Bahia Honda Channel/State Park Anchorage (off Hawk Channel, west and south of Marathon)
Due to a low level bridge, the anchorage described below cannot be entered by any save small craft from the Florida Keys Inside Route (west of Marathon, also known as the “Back Route to Key West). However, as the Florida DOT has remove a portion of the old Bahia Honda bridge, it is possible for careful mariners to access this haven from Hawk Channel. Just don’t approach any other part of the old span too closely. Follow the link below to discover why!
Great anchorage with sandy beach and walking trails at the state park. Currents are strong, but a good Delta with chain worked great. We would not suggest this site with any north winds as it makes for an uncomfortable, sleepless night. Make sure you go to the beach on the Atlantic side for a beautiful sunset.
S/V Arkeoo
Click Here To Read an Earlier SSECN posting about the hazards of the old Bahia Honda Bridge
Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Bahia Honda Channel/State Park Anchorage
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