Description Hungryman Gulch is just south of "White Rock," or so it is labeled on the plastic charts. You rarely see boats anchored there, especially after dark as this spot is not nearly as well protected as Smugglers or Yellowbanks, which are just a couple of miles south. Yet we've had a hankering to go in there for years and finally did so on one of our painting expeditions with David Gallup.
It is a picturesque spot. (See David's painting below.) But before you plan to head in there, take a look at the chart. Hungryman Anchorage, Santa Cruz Island
Approach and anchoring
If you look carefully at the picture, just above and to the right of the dinghy, you'll see a small, moored sailboat. That's about the same spot where we shot the video and were moored for the painting below.
There is no need to anchor so close to the small peninsula, unless you're painting a picture. Anywhere along this stretch of coast gives some protection from west wind and swell.
Were we to spend the night, we would have repositioned just seaward of the 1 1/4 fathom mark on the chart in about 20 feet of water. the bottom appears to be sand.
BTW - We considered - but rejected - the idea of snuggling into that cove on bow and stern hooks - like you would at Fry's. I think I'd only do that if the spot had more than one boat and we didn't have room to swing. And then you'd have to pay very close attention to the rocks near shore.
Kayaking We have frequently kayaked the coastline from Prisoners to Yellowbanks.
This segment is particularly nice to paddle in the afternoon, when it's too much work to paddle the north shore. There are a couple of reefs here, so keep looking forward for the breaking water. Water clarity tends to be very good here and on smooth mornings it's like paddling through an aquarium.
David Gallup, Great American Painter We've taken David on several painting expeditions. He's been commissioned by the National Park Service to paint the islands. He's been at it more than five years and has painted hundreds of scenes. You'll be able to see his work in several museums starting in Fall 2010. Until then you can check out his website at GAP.
Updates If you have new or amplifying information concerning this anchorage or the surrounding area, please contact Capt. Dan. His e-mail link and phone are top left.
Were we to spend the night, we would have repositioned just seaward of the 1 1/4 fathom mark on the chart in about 20 feet of water. the bottom appears to be sand. 
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