Aquatic Park Cove, Black Point Overnight Anchoring, Sailing Vessels only (auxiliary engine Ok) Campground

Reservations. Anchoring reservations may be purchased up to six months in advance.

Reservation-holders. Reservations are assigned to a specific visitor & vessel (CF Number).

Sailboats with auxiliary engines only. Only sailboats with small inboard or outboard auxiliary engines are allowed in Aquatic Park Cove, San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park. Private motor-only boats are prohibited.

Anchoring. There are no permanent fixed moorings or designated anchorage sites available to visiting vessels (the map shows suggestions only). Your reservation allows you to find available space on a first come, first serve basis. Use of the cove requires adequate anchor and proper gear. Visiting vessels will see moorings in the cove but they are not for public use. These moorings are reserved for National Park Service and Park Partner use.

Large Vessels. All vessels over 40' in length or 8' in depth require park approval prior to entering the cove. Contact Anchor Permit Supervisor at (415) 716-1807.

Reservation Only. Overnight (sunset to sun up) stays by visiting vessels are permitted by reservation only.

Maximum Stay. Reservations serve as a permit for a maximum of 5 consecutive nights at a time. A break of one full week of seven (7) 24-hour consecutive hour time periods from Aquatic Park Cove is required before re-entering the Cove for overnight stays. After the 7-day break, visitors may request another reservation for permission to stay in Anchor Cove. Total overnight stays are limited to 30 nights per year.

Maximum Number of Vessels. A maximum of 12 visiting vessels may overnight in the Cove.

Unattended Vessels. Vessels may not be left unattended for more than six hours.

Watch for Swimmers in the Cove. Open water swimmers use the cove on a nearly continuous basis both day and night. Vessels are advised to use extreme caution when maneuvering within the Cove at all times.

Confirmation Email. Anchoring reservations permits may be obtained through Recreation.gov. Your confirmation email serves as your permit and is subject to verification by maritime ranger staff under the direction of the Aquatic Park Cove Harbor Master. Please bring your confirmation email with you.

Other Requirements and Restrictions. Unless otherwise stated, these (and other) regulatory provisions apply in addition to the requirements contained in 36 CFR, Chapter 1, parts 1-7.

Dragging anchor. vessels anchoring in the cove do so at their own risk. Should your vessel drag anchor, a commercial vessel assist/tow service should be called. When arrangements have been made, please contact NPS anchorage on marine channel 83A or call 1-415-716-1807.