Correcting Our Mistake — Anchoring in Clipper Cove Is Permitted

On Wednesday we wrote about BCDC’s approval of the new Treasure Island Marina. At the same time we wrote that anchoring in Clipper Cove was no longer allowed. For the first time ever, we were mistaken. Reader “Tommaso” called the BCDC to verify and let us know of the error.

We reached out to Peter Summerville at the Treasure Island Development Authority and he also confirmed that anchoring in Clipper Cove is still allowed. You’ll need a permit for anchoring if you are staying more than 24 hours. The permit is free, and the application takes about five minutes. You can see the anchoring permit application here and the rules and regulations here.

Peter added that the 21-day long-term permit has been eliminated, but short-term permits allow you to stay up to four days. In addition, “Starting this spring, anchoring and motors will be restricted in a pocket of the cove closest to the beach which is being designated a water recreation area to encourage swimming, kayaking drop-ins, etc. A new buoy line will designate that zone back to shore, but there will still be more than enough space for anchoring in the cove.”

We thank Tommaso for correcting us and apologize for the confusion. If you spend a night there this weekend, send us a photo of your stay. Or send us your best Clipper Cove photo ever. Enjoy!