Full Description & Details
Draga, also known as Uvala Draga, is a small natural bay on the coast of Zadar County, Croatia. It is a quiet anchorage with little boat traffic, making it a peaceful stop for a night at anchor. The bay is sheltered and offers a simple, unpretentious setting for sailors looking to get away from busier harbours.
The anchorage is well protected from all winds except from the south, so check the forecast before committing to a stay. Depths range from 2 to 10 metres, with a seabed of sand and rocks. The anchor holds well in the sandy patches. There are two mooring buoys available for guests, and lines ashore are also an option. A small jetty is available for landing a tender or for divers to use.
Facilities are minimal. A snack bar and a beach are reachable by dinghy, and water and a dock are also accessible from the shore. There are no shops listed at the anchorage itself. For provisions, the nearest options are a short distance away, though the exact distance is not specified in the available sources. The bay is open year-round, and there is no seasonal restriction on anchoring.
Overnight anchoring is permitted. The holding is good in sand, but be cautious of rocky patches. Since the bay is open to the south, a southerly blow would make it uncomfortable and potentially unsafe. The best conditions are with winds from the north through west to east. There is no VHF channel listed for the anchorage, and no fuel is available on site.
How to get there
Approach Draga from the open waters of Zadar County, heading for the bay entrance. The coordinates are 44.4148 N, 14.7750 E. The bay is small, so keep a sharp lookout for other anchored boats and the mooring buoys. The seabed is a mix of sand and rocks; lower the anchor in the sandy areas for the best hold.
There is no VHF channel published for this anchorage, so make contact by other means if needed. Land access is by tender to the small jetty. From there, a snack bar and a beach are within walking distance.
For more substantial supplies, the nearest town is not specified in the sources, so plan to arrive with enough provisions. There are no formalities reported for this anchorage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the depth and seabed like at Draga anchorage?
Depths at Draga range from 2 to 10 metres. The seabed is a mix of sand and rocks, with sandy patches that offer good holding.
Is overnight anchoring allowed at Draga?
Yes, overnight anchoring is permitted at Draga. The bay is sheltered from most winds, but it is open to the south, so avoid staying when a southerly wind is forecast.
Are there mooring buoys at Draga anchorage?
Yes, there are two guest mooring buoys available at Draga. You can also anchor or tie lines ashore.
What facilities are available at Draga for visiting sailors?
There is a small jetty for landing a tender, and a snack bar and beach are reachable by dinghy. Water is available on the dock. No shops or fuel are listed on site.
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