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Approved Anchorage |
| Description |
Shute Harbour is the original port for the Whitsundays. Presently it is home to ferries that service the Whitsunday Island resorts and outer reef.
It is sometimes used as a first or last night stopover for charterers though it can be swelly and receives ferry wash. Better options are Bauer Bay - South Molle Island and Palm Bay Resort - Long Island
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| Restrictions |
Commercial boating traffic. |
| Shelter in |
All but strong South Easterlies.
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| Moorings |
Contact CCY and we can arrange for a mooring from another company.
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| Fishing |
Fishing is permitted - check the 100 Magic Miles for details.
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| Outer Reef
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Catch a ferry from Shute Harbour terminal to the outer reef.
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All Weather Anchorage
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This is an excellent anchorage in all but strong South East winds.
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100 Magic Miles |
C3 |