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Top Gallant Basin

Lat / Lon: N 26° 32.983' / W 078° 33.720'
Depth: 5'-8'
Tide: 2.0'-2.5'
Description:
Top Gallant Basin is a small man-made basin on the south end of the Grand Lucayan Waterway.
The basin was intended as the site of exclusive canal homes, but the development failed in the early 1980s and has remained empty since. The basin is well protected from all directions and the holding is excellent with room for 2-3 vessels. It is not the most picturesque anchorage, and the bugs can be fierce when the winds are low, but it is a safe place to ride out heavy weather.
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:

5.00

Good holding in sand

Wind Protection:

5.00

All around protection

Current Flow:

5.00

No current

Wake Protection:

5.00

Scenic Beauty:

2.00

Ease of Shopping:

1.00

Shore Access:

1.00

Possible access at the Grand Bahama Sailing Club at the end of the canal. Exit the basin & turn right.

Review for Top Gallant Basin

Reviewed by: Kristen Donahue, Rojakesh, on Jun 29, 2025
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 55'
Draft: 5.0'

Overall Rating:

5

Holding:

5

Wind Protection:

5

Current Flow:

5

Wake Protection:

5

Scenic Beauty:

2

Ease of Shopping:

1

Shore Access:

1

This was great anchorage - very protected. Winds were about 5-8 knots, sand bottom held wonderfully. No bugs! You can't really see a whole lot as you're basically inside the "marina" - concrete bulkhead all the way around. You still can see over to the ocean and can dinghy up the waterway or out to the beach easy peasy.

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