Clarence Bay, Georgetown - General Info

Apr 27, 2025

Where is Georgetown?

Georgetown is the main settlement on Ascension Island and Clarence Bay is the harbour, located on the west coast.  This tiny island is volcanic and its lower slopes are of volcanic ash with little vegetation. Green Mountain, in the center of the island, rises to 2,818 feet and is now covered with plants and shrubs introduced in the 1800s.

Photo courtesy of SY Yindee Plus who visited in 2016.

Entrance Notes and Cautions

It is best to avoid arriving at night as there are moorings and mooring lines all over the place, in addition, a floating pipeline is a serious hazard.

Entering from 7° 55.28' S, 14° 25.66' W to the anchorage (7°55.2' S, 14°.24.7' W) keeps you well clear of the pipe.

See Clearance for detailed entrance instructions.

Location:

7° 56’S 14° 22'W

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