Dead Chest Island, a small uninhabited islet just north of Peter Island, offers a remote and rustic anchorage ideal for boaters seeking solitude and adventure. With no mooring balls available, anchoring is the only option here—typically in moderate depths of 15–25 feet over sand and patches of seagrass. The cove on the island’s leeward side provides shelter from prevailing easterly trade winds, but because the bottom conditions can vary, securing a firm set and keeping a watch on swinging room is essential.
Approach with care given the island’s rocky perimeter and occasional shallow coral shelves. It's best to favor the deeper central bay areas for a safer anchoring spot. Once set, you’ll be rewarded by tranquil surroundings and stunning views, with no development or shore facilities—just the natural landscape and history. The isolation makes it a perfect backdrop for swimming, paddleboarding, or even a private moonlit dinner aboard.
Despite its unspoiled charm, conditions at Dead Chest can change with shifting winds, especially during strong east or southeast gusts. Stay alert to weather forecasts and current swells. While the anchorage is best suited for a sheltered day-use stop or a quiet overnight for a single vessel, its serene ambiance and stunning remoteness make it a memorable and rewarding anchorage in the BVI.
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Dead Chest Island, a small uninhabited islet just north of Peter Island, offers a remote and rustic anchorage ideal for boaters seeking solitude and adventure. With no mooring balls available, anchoring is the only option here—typically in moderate depths of 15–25 feet over sand and patches of seagrass. The cove on the island’s leeward side provides shelter from prevailing easterly trade winds, but because the bottom conditions can vary, securing a firm set and keeping a watch on swinging room is essential.
Approach with care given the island’s rocky perimeter and occasional shallow coral shelves. It's best to favor the deeper central bay areas for a safer anchoring spot. Once set, you’ll be rewarded by tranquil surroundings and stunning views, with no development or shore facilities—just the natural landscape and history. The isolation makes it a perfect backdrop for swimming, paddleboarding, or even a private moonlit dinner aboard.
Despite its unspoiled charm, conditions at Dead Chest can change with shifting winds, especially during strong east or southeast gusts. Stay alert to weather forecasts and current swells. While the anchorage is best suited for a sheltered day-use stop or a quiet overnight for a single vessel, its serene ambiance and stunning remoteness make it a memorable and rewarding anchorage in the BVI.
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