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Fleming Key - West Side

Holding:
3.67
Good, Hard Mud
Wind Protection:
3.00
Open and Exposed Northwest Through Southwest and W
Current Flow:
2.50
Wake Protection:
1.40
Open and Exposed Northwest Through Southwest and W
Scenic Beauty:
3.40
Ease of Shopping:
3.80
Shore Access:
3.50
Pet Friendly:
2.67
Cell Service:
3.20
WiFi:
1.20

  • Reviews Summary

    The reviews highlight a mixed experience for boaters anchoring in the area. Many appreciate the location's proximity to Key West and the beautiful sunsets, but they also note several challenges.

    Key points include:
    - Anchoring Conditions: Finding a good spot to anchor can be difficult due to a high number of liveaboard vessels and crowded conditions. Some reviewers experienced issues with strong currents and poor holding, leading to concerns about maintaining anchor stability.
    - Dinghy Access: The dinghy ride to town is described as long and sometimes challenging due to strong currents and crowded docks. The cost for dinghy docking is mentioned as $8 per day.
    - Traffic and Wake: Reviewers report heavy boat traffic, including parasail boats and cruise ships, which creates wakes that can make for a bumpy experience. Some noted poor etiquette from other boaters contributing to the discomfort.
    - Amenities and Reception: While the location is convenient with many amenities within walking distance, cell reception is reported to be very poor.

    Overall, while the anchorage offers a great location and access to Key West, the conditions can be challenging due to traffic, currents, and crowded facilities.

  • Review for Fleming Key - West Side

    Reviewed by: Jennifer gagnon on Feb 8, 2024
    Vessel Type: Power
    LOA: 40'
    Draft: 3.0'

    Overall Rating:
    5
    Holding:
    5
    Current Flow:
    3
    Shore Access:
    3

    Great spot to anchor. Dinghy ride to go into town is kinda long and current is pretty strong. Worked out well for what we needed.

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  • Review for Fleming Key - West Side

    Reviewed by: Robert Herrera on Sep 19, 2023
    Vessel Type: Power
    LOA: 37'
    Draft: 3.5'

    Overall Rating:
    3
    Holding:
    5
    Wind Protection:
    4
    Current Flow:
    3
    Wake Protection:
    1
    Scenic Beauty:
    3
    Ease of Shopping:
    4
    Shore Access:
    4
    Cell Service:
    5
    WiFi:
    1

    Hard to find a spot to anchor many of the vessels are liveaboards. Expect wakes from dawn to dusk from boaters both in the channel or navigating around. Nice view of the sunset.

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  • Review for Fleming Key - West Side

    Reviewed by: Jeffrey Womack, SV Mischievous Mermaid, on Dec 4, 2022
    Vessel Type: Sail
    LOA: 44'
    Draft: 5.0'

    Overall Rating:
    5
    Holding:
    5
    Wind Protection:
    3
    Current Flow:
    3
    Wake Protection:
    1
    Scenic Beauty:
    4
    Ease of Shopping:
    5
    Shore Access:
    5
    Pet Friendly:
    1
    Cell Service:
    2
    WiFi:
    1

    We anchored a little North of the market. The anchorage was extremely packed, but everyone seemed to be considerate of others boats. We had no problem anchoring. A lot of traffic; everything from parasail boats to excursion schooners to tikis to cruise ships. A lot of apparently derelict boats. A short dinghy ride to Key West & all of it's fun. All-in-all, we like it & will stay until we have to move because of wind or waves.

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  • Review for Fleming Key - West Side

    Reviewed by: Jennifer Blankenship on Aug 24, 2022
    Vessel Type: Sail
    LOA: 46'
    Draft: 5.0'

    Overall Rating:
    3
    Holding:
    4
    Wind Protection:
    4
    Current Flow:
    2
    Wake Protection:
    3
    Scenic Beauty:
    3
    Ease of Shopping:
    4
    Shore Access:
    4
    Cell Service:
    4
    WiFi:
    2

    Great quick stop in the Keys. Nothing luxurious but location is perfect! Easy ride to dingy dock for $8 a day with everything pretty much in walking distance.

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  • Review for Fleming Key - West Side

    Reviewed by: James Bradford, I Soar, on Jan 23, 2022
    Vessel Type: Sail
    LOA: 22'
    Draft: 1.5'

    Overall Rating:
    2
    Holding:
    1
    Wind Protection:
    2
    Current Flow:
    2
    Wake Protection:
    1
    Scenic Beauty:
    3
    Ease of Shopping:
    4
    Shore Access:
    3
    Pet Friendly:
    4
    Cell Service:
    1
    WiFi:
    1

    Strong currents and poor holding made this a real challenge. Dinghy dock VERY crowded. Power boats roar past starting at dawn. Very poor cell reception. Still, once you get ashore everything is right there.

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  • Review for Fleming Key - West Side

    Reviewed by: Elizabeth Kelch on Feb 27, 2017
    Vessel Type: Power
    LOA: 42'
    Draft: 4.0'

    Overall Rating:
    2
    Holding:
    2
    Wind Protection:
    2
    Current Flow:
    2
    Wake Protection:
    1
    Scenic Beauty:
    4
    Ease of Shopping:
    2
    Shore Access:
    2
    Pet Friendly:
    3
    Cell Service:
    4
    WiFi:
    1

    We dropped our anchor here in mid February. The sunshine was glorious but the relentless wind,10 to 20 knots, made it too chilly and made for a bumpy visit to Key West. Other boaters poor etiquette, not minding their wake, also made for a very bumpy visit. And there was a tremendous amount of traffic. The dinghy ride into Key West Bight, again due to the relentless wind, was wet and the dock was very crowded. We have a Rocna anchor and we never lose holding... but we did here. Many boats seem to have trouble with holding.
    Read lots more details about it in my blog post at elizabethkelch.com

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