Little Tinicum Island
- Location: Delaware River North
- Mile Marker: Mile 60.1-23 Miles Upriver
- Lat / Lon: N 39° 51.540' / W 075° 18.330'
- Depth: 10-15 Feet
- Description: Enter from the southern end of Little Tinicum Island, because the area between Little Tinicum Island and the mainland is shoal and unmarked. Drop the hook midway between the seaplane base and Little Tinicum Island.
DISCLAIMER: Before committing to an anchorage, you should confirm that the location is not governed by a regulation that may conflict with your plans. An increasing number of states and municipalities are enacting laws that define where and how long you may anchor.
Holding:
Good, Sand. Buoy the anchor; reportedly, the bottom is littered with engine blocks once used as moorings.
Wind Protection:
Open to East and West
Current Flow:
Allow for 2-knot currents and a 6-foot tidal range.
Wake Protection:
Open to East and West
Scenic Beauty:
Note that this anchorage lies directly in the path of the main runway for Philadelphia International Airport.
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