Pirates Cove
Visiting by boat
Pirates Cove is a lively, well-protected marina on the scenic West River in Galesville, offering 195 slips and a full fuel dock alongside one of the area's most beloved waterfront seafood restaurants right on-site. You get deep water access and a full-service setup, so you're covered whether you're staying a night or a season. The West River setting is genuinely charming — tucked into a quiet stretch of Anne Arundel County that still feels like the real Chesapeake.
Arriving
What this marina offers
From the marina's website, checked Oct 12. Confirm with the marina before arrival.
Marinas and anchorages near Pirates Cove · times are dock to dock
Based on AIS data
quiet → busy
Popular Times
How full it gets, by local hour — tallest when the most boats are here.
- Fullest around 01:00, emptiest around 11:00
- Half the boats arrive by 15:00
- 75% of visits are overnight
- Typical day stop: ~2h · max recorded 16 boats
Plan a Passage
Popular
23 legs boats have actually been recorded sailing.