Marina Review for Harborwalk Marina

Reviewed by: Gwen Smith , Nimbus, on Dec 18, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 39'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 4

Very nice marina, everything is very close. We could not make the entrance during low tide, because of the shoaling at the harbor entrance. Saw 7' at 4' high tide.

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Marina Review for Leland Oil Company

Reviewed by: Gwen Smith , Nimbus, on Dec 18, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 39'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 3

I have a 6' draft and hit mud at the entrance to the channel. Powered through it, and we were fine after the initial mud. The tide was 3 feet above low tide. The marina was nice, but could not provide any navigation assistance.

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Marina Review for Homer Smith Docks and Marina

Reviewed by: Gwen Smith , Nimbus, on Dec 4, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 39'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 5

This is on of our top two Marinas on the loop. Free loaner car, free laundry, fantastic Skipper's lounge. Dock hands were very helpful with getting docked. Super close to great restaurants, and bars. Lots of history in this town as well.

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Marina Review for Casper's Marina

Reviewed by: Gwen Smith , Nimbus, on Dec 4, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 39'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 4

The dock hands were fantastic, and always helpful. Everybody went out of their way to help you. This would definitely be a five star if it was a floating dock. You are subject to the tides and waves from boats going by. Nice little bagel shop around the corner, and restaurant. Very easy to get fuel as well.

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Marina Review for Harbour Village Marina Inc.

Reviewed by: Gwen Smith , Nimbus, on Dec 4, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 39'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 3

If you are over 5 foot draft, do not try to pull in here at low tide. We grounded 4 times at different angles. We are 6 foot draft, and came back an hour later, and a power boat was nice enough to run the depth on his sonar, and guide us In. We were desperate, as it was dark. If you can get in it is secluded, and quiet.

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Anchorage Review for Alligator River - Tuckahoe Point

Reviewed by: Gwen Smith, Nimbus, on Nov 28, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 39'
Draft: 6.0'

This is a wonderful Anchorage. Very protected from every direction. We had a wonderful night sleep here anchor held very good and came up clean. There's room for at least 10 to 15 boats to anchor here around 10 feet deep for us. Download anything you want to watch first, unless you have starlink, as we had no signal..

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Marina Review for Belhaven Marina

Reviewed by: Gwen Smith , Nimbus, on Nov 28, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 39'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 5

This is a fantastic marina, and great staff. We tried to stay here, but with our depth of 6' we were unable to as we hit bottom (soft). i feel the 2 spots at the end ot the pier are deep enough, but they were occupied. The marina staff went out of their way to help us, and met us at the town dock next door to tie up.Very accommodating marina. Very clean, and free golf care to the grocery store that is 1 mile away.

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Marina Review for Belhaven Town Dock at Wynne's Gut

Reviewed by: Gwen Smith , Nimbus, on Nov 28, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 39'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 5

The team here could not be nicer. We have 6' draft, and were unable to find enough depth at the Belhaven marinia, and they moved us to the town dock next door. We had no issues there. Very nice area, and great staff.

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Bridge comment on Alligator River (US 64) Bridge

Comment by: Gwen Smith, Nimbus, on Nov 25, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 39'

Alligator swing bridge is up and running, as of today.

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Marina Review for Atlantic Yacht Basin, Inc.

Reviewed by: Gwen Smith , Nimbus, on Nov 25, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 39'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 5

The boat in front of us got the last remaining free dock space across the canal (4 total) so we fueled up at Atlantic yacht basin. We found them very accommodating, we were able to get a slip for overnight. The bathroom was very warm, and clean. They offer a BoatUS discount on fuel, and Transient slip fee. Very close to everything locally, including shopping, restaurants, and entertainment.

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Marina Review for Solomons Island Yacht Club-PRIVATE

Reviewed by: Gwen Smith , Nimbus, on Nov 14, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 39'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 5

The members could not be nicer. They assisted us on the dock, when we called ahead of time. 2 free drinks, and free laundry. Wonderful club dinner on my birthday. Everyone in the club went out of their way to talk to us, and offer advice. they have freat free bikes to get around town. Would have stayed for a month if we could.

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Marina Review for Reedville Marina & Crazy Crab Restaurant

Reviewed by: Gwen Smith , Nimbus, on Nov 14, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 39'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 3

It is a place to spend the night, and grab a bite to eat, and get fuel. We had a east breeze when we were there, and there was a strong smell from the fish processing plant. The owner was very nice, and even gave us his cell number when our breaker for the pedestal tripped, in case we had any more issues. We were tied up to the fuel dock for the night with 3 other boats {the limit} We did not shower here.

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Marina Review for Regatta Point Yachting Center (formerly Dozier's)

Reviewed by: Gwen Smith , Nimbus, on Nov 14, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 39'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 5

The owner Don could not have been nicer. every boat that came in had 3 dockhands to assist when we were there. We ended up staying 3 night due to weather. Very clean, private, and updated bathrooms. The loaner van is a plus. Free grills, adn very nice Captians lounge. Would highly recommend to stop here in the future.

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Marina Review for Donovan's Shady Harbor Marina

Reviewed by: Gwen Smith , Nimbus, on Oct 21, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 39'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 4

Great Marina, great people. Really good food at the restaurant. This was our most expensive stop on the loop for a marina as they charge by our mast length and our boat length. I understand why they do it but most marinas just charge by boat length. You are exposed here and it is rolly at night.

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Marina Review for Shattemuc Yacht Club-PRIVATE

Reviewed by: Gwen Smith , Nimbus, on Oct 21, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 39'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 5

The dockage was fantastic. These slips are some of the most stable in the area. There is a ferry that goes out a little south of here and occasionally you will get some waves, but not bad at all. Yacht club is really nice, and the members are very accommodating and friendly. I got to meet the Commodore who shared the codes with us, and welcome us to happy hour when we arrived. The Dockmaster Da was super friendly, and welcoming. It's a very short 10 minute walk to the train station and one hour to downtown New York. We've done that almost every day. There is a nice marine supply store next-door that has a lot of supplies. We ate in town at a Peruvian restaurant that was really good.

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Marina Review for Little Falls Canal Harbor and Rotary Park

Reviewed by: Gwen Smith , Nimbus, on Oct 7, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 39'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 5

One of the best marinas that we've been to, super clean showers, very nice and accommodating dock hands. The dockmaster went above and beyond, our starter went out, and he took us to go get another starter for our sailboat. Great little town, within walking distance to many great restaurants, restaurants, and bars.

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Marina Review for St. Johnsville Municipal Marina

Reviewed by: Gwen Smith , Nimbus, on Oct 7, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 39'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 5

Great place to spend the night super quiet. They have gas and diesel, pump out, showers, and laundry. We draft at 6 foot and there's plenty of room in here.

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Marina Review for Wardell Boat Yard

Reviewed by: Gwen Smith , Nimbus, on Sep 24, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 39'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 5

Couldn't say anything nicer about Dennis. He has a new boom on his crane, so he can handle larger masts. we have a 55 foot mast. it took him and his helper 1.5 hours total to build the cradles and mount our mast on the deck We are eastbound, and stayed overnight on the wall across the river, he called us over at 9am as promised, and we were on our way. He charges $10 per foot plus a charge for the cradles and straps. Total out. The door was around $800.

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Free Dock Review for Village of Middleport

Reviewed by: Gwen Smith, Nimbus, on Sep 24, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 39'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 4

Cute little town, very nice laundromat. If you Dock on the west side of the canal, the bathrooms are in the parking lot, along with showers. Be careful the wall is rough with bolts sticking out. Nice little Irish bar across the street with basic bar food. Nice coffee shop across the street as well. Appears to be a very safe area, as it shares a parking lot with the police, and fire department. We were the only boat here for the night.

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Marina Review for Buffalo Yacht Club - PRIVATE

Reviewed by: Gwen Smith , Nimbus, on Sep 20, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 39'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 5

Could not ask for better service, Grace took us around the marina, and gave us a tour. She offered to make us dinner, or lunch reservations. As a reciprocal club member, our second night was free. Very clean clubhouse, and marina. The neighborhood is very nice, and we rode our bikes to town. Nice floating docks, and no bridges, or locks from lake Erie. Great place to wait for our mast to be stepped.

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Marina Review for Put-in-Bay Public (Village) Docks

Reviewed by: Gwen Smith , Nimbus, on Sep 19, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 39'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 3

We are at the tail end of the season so the docks were not clean. Not a big deal. We were only spending one night there. You are right in the middle of everything if that's what you want. We did see some fun bands while we were here. It seems like there's always something going on. If you just wanna go downtown, there's no need for a golf cart as it's right across the street. They do charge for the showers though, and it's a public restroom.

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Marina Review for Seaway Marina

Reviewed by: Gwen Smith , Nimbus, on Sep 19, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 39'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 4

They did have about 200 boats coming in for a regatta. They were able to accommodate us, we were able to rent a golf cart right from the marina and drive all around the island. We were leaving just as all the boats were coming in. When arriving the entrance to the harbor is just to the right of the ferry docks, so make sure there's no ferry's coming or leaving when you go in. there's a ton of things to see on the island and lots of natural history, along with restaurants and bars. A bit more laid-back than put in bay.

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Marina Review for Water Works Public Guest Docks

Reviewed by: Gwen Smith , Nimbus, on Sep 19, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 39'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 5

Fantastic place to spend a couple of days, there is a marine supply store right down the street, lots of restaurants in the area. There's a wonderful library if you need some quiet time it's just a few blocks from the marina. There is no fuel at this marina, but there is at the yacht club right across the channel. Plenty of depth here. Nice place for a dinghy ride up the channel.

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Marina Review for Geneva State Park Marina

Reviewed by: Gwen Smith , Nimbus, on Sep 18, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 39'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 3

We have 6 foot draft and contacted a log? Right at the turn towards the wall. Soft hit. Everything else was great, nice solid wall to tie to. Easy fuel docks. Very friendly, and a short walk to a great restaurant.

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Marina Review for Dunkirk Yacht Club-PRIVATE

Reviewed by: Gwen Smith , Nimbus, on Sep 18, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 39'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 4

Super nice here. Honor system for payment in the clubhouse. There seems to be one Guest slip on the end dock by the gyn pole. Nice and clean, and a short walk to town. We draft 6' and although it is weedy, no issues. It is a Yacht club, and you will have to be a reciprocal club member to stay (expected) can't beat 1$ per foot, and 2nd night free. With power, fridge, freezer, WiFi, grills, and full kitchen.

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Marina Review for Presque Isle Yacht Club

Reviewed by: Gwen Smith , Nimbus, on Sep 17, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 39'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 5

Couldn't ask for a better place to stay for two nights. Vice commodore Tracy was amazing. He gave us great suggestions on where to go for food. I had a diesel fuel leak, and he took me to get the parts from a local tractor dealer. The club is very clean, showers are fantastic, they have great laundry facilities all club members that we met were very accommodating. When making a reservation it's best to email them and wait for a call back, as they have no phones in the club itself.

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Marina Review for Grosse Pointe Yacht Club-PRIVATE

Reviewed by: Gwen Smith , Nimbus, on Sep 9, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 39'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 5

The best Marina we have stayed at so far. The docks are top-notch. The service is great, the food is great. They have a heated pool, bowling, tennis courts, and Pickleball courts. If you're a yacht club member with the AYC they will provide transient docs if they're available. cannot recommend this place enough. Their Harbor master, Alex is a dream to deal with. Even when the marina is closed on Monday and Tuesday, they still have staff here to help you, and the fuel docks are open.

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