Hog Island
Hog Island anchorage · Calivigny Island passage
12°00.0'N 61°46.1'W
Depth
2–5m
Bottom
sand
Alarm Radius
65m
Holding
Good
Recommended Anchor Alarm Radius
65m
65m in 2–5m on sand/mud. Good holding when set — check for sandy vs. muddy patches. The cove is naturally sheltered with multiple exit points — excellent for navigating in.
About This Anchorage
Hog Island is one of Grenada's most beloved anchorages — a completely uninhabited island creating a naturally sheltered cove between the island and the mainland, accessible from four directions. The anchorage is remarkably flat calm even when strong trade winds blow, because Hog Island and the surrounding land mass block the swell from north through east. The Hog Island beach bar (a classic Caribbean rum-shop institution) operates from the island beach and is a well-known gathering point for cruisers from Prickly Bay and the surrounding anchorages — afternoon drinks, BBQ nights, and the relaxed cruising community atmosphere. There are no other facilities — Hog Island is completely uninhabited and undeveloped. Secret Harbour Boutique Hotel lies a 10-minute dinghy ride to the west, with basic shower facilities, fuel, and one restaurant. Hog Island sits midway between Prickly Bay and St. George's, making it an ideal base for exploring both directions along the south coast.
Protected From
N · NW · W · NE · E
Exposed To
S · SE
Anchoring Rules
- Anchoring fee
- Free anchoring — no fees
- Permit required
- No
- Mooring buoys
- Not available
Restrictions: No facilities on the island — completely self-sufficient required. Respect the uninhabited environment — no rubbish ashore. Beach bar operates independently on the island.
Hazards
- !Open to south and SE — any southern weather system makes the anchorage untenable; exit toward Mount Hartman Bay
- !Shallow areas near the island shores — 2m minimum in the cove; check depth sounder approaching
- !No provisions on Hog Island — stock up at Prickly Bay before arriving
Skipper's Tips
- →Calmer than Prickly Bay in SE swell — Hog Island blocks the trade wind swell from the east quadrant
- →Hog Island beach bar: afternoons and evenings — the quintessential Grenada cruiser social scene
- →Secret Harbour Hotel (10min dinghy W): fuel, showers, and a quiet restaurant — good pit stop
- →Perfect lunch hook on a south coast cruise between Prickly Bay and Grand Anse or Mount Hartman Bay
- →BBQ night at the beach bar: bring your own meat and charcoal, or order from the bar — ask other cruisers about the schedule
Facilities
Hog Island beach bar — rum punches, cold beer, BBQ (seasonal/informal). Secret Harbour Hotel (10min dinghy W): showers, restaurant, fuel. Prickly Bay (1nm E): full chandlery and marine services.
Nearest provisions: Prickly Bay (Budget Marine area) (1nm)
Best Months & Season
Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May
Year-round anchorage. Best December–April. Very popular during peak cruising season. Quieter May–November but beach bar may operate reduced hours.
Recommended Anchor Types
Nearby Anchorages
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