Pruth Bay to Fancy Cove

Today we set our course for Shearwater, but with a stopover at one of our favorite hideaways—Fancy Cove. Just 10 km from Shearwater, it’s the perfect spot to stage our arrival: close enough for a short morning hop, yet far enough to avoid the early marina shuffle. While timing isn’t as critical this early in the season, we’re always happy for an excuse to revisit this cozy anchorage. The bottom is mud and slit so a gentle touch is needed when setting the anchor.

It is also a reliable source for spotting our favorite black bear. He made his apperence in the West Cove arounnd high tide. Too dark for photos, but we’re happy to see him looking well after a long winter.

Looking out from fancy cove

The head of Fancy Cove. The source of the mud and silt for the sticky bottom.

THe west cove and our reliable bear beach

The day served up a sampler of spring weather—sun, clouds, showers, and back to sun again. Winds were light, the seas gentle, and the radar blissfully quiet. We didn’t see a single vessel leaving Pruth and passed just one lone sailboat en route. With luck, we’ll keep riding this quiet “in-between phase,” tucked neatly between waves of eager cruisers making their way to Alaska.

anchored inside the little islet gives you a northest view toward cooper inlet

FAncy cove sunset