Martinique — South

Rivière Pilote Bay

Anse Rivière Pilote · Pilote Bay

14°27.8'N 60°54.1'W

Depth

36m

Bottom

sand

Alarm Radius

60m

Holding

Good

Recommended Anchor Alarm Radius

60m

60m for good holding on sand/mud in 3–6m. Small anchorage — limited swinging room. Confirm anchor is well set before leaving vessel. Quieter than Le Marin.

About This Anchorage

Rivière Pilote Bay is a small, local anchorage near the town of Rivière Pilote on Martinique's south coast — bypassed by most charter itineraries but valued by those seeking a less touristy experience. The bay is a practical stopover between Le Marin and Sainte-Luce, well-sheltered from the NE trades with sand and mud holding. Rivière Pilote town is one of Martinique's larger inland towns with a good market and genuine local character — the town is known for its rum production and agricultural markets. The coast here is less developed than the tourist belt around Le Marin and Sainte-Anne, and the anchorage reflects this: quieter, more local, with fishing activity rather than charter boat traffic.

Protected From

N · NE · E · NW

Exposed To

S · SW · W

Anchoring Rules

Anchoring fee
Free anchoring
Permit required
No

Restrictions: No anchoring on seagrass or coral; DAPN regulations apply; limited sea room — anchoring area is restricted.

Hazards

  • !Limited sea room — carefully plan anchor scope; do not over-scope in small area
  • !Fishing boat activity morning and evening — maintain anchor alarm
  • !Southern/western exposure — swell can enter in unsettled conditions

Skipper's Tips

  • Good stopover between Le Marin and Sainte-Luce — avoids backtracking
  • Rivière Pilote town has an excellent Saturday market — local produce, rum, and crafts
  • A quiet alternative to the busy south coast anchoring spots — more local character

Facilities

Water Fuel Restaurant Provisions WiFi

No facilities directly at anchorage. Rivière Pilote town (1nm by dinghy/walk) has restaurants, market, and provisions.

Nearest provisions: Rivière Pilote town (1nm) (1nm)

Best Months & Season

Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May

December–May. A practical, quiet stopover for those exploring the south coast without the crowds of Le Marin.

Recommended Anchor Types

Rocna/Manson SupremeDelta

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