Lock comment on E18 Jacksonburg Lock

Comment by: Hale Walker, Gayle Anne, on May 28, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 60'
Draft: 5.0'

We're a Fleming 55. The west bound port side of the lock had almost all the fill pressure right there in the middle. Four crew couldn't hold the boat to the wall. It would have helped tremendously if we were given a heads up. As much as I hate to tie off in a lock, this was the only solution and for us it was a bit late.

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Anchorage Review for Pearl Bayou

Reviewed by: Hale Walker, Gayle Anne, on Nov 16, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 60'
Draft: 5.0'

I'm 60' with a 5' draft. We pulled in to check it out. There appeared to be three abandoned boats at anchor. It didn't appear to have enough swing room for us and wasn't much in the way of beauty. We decided to move on. Definitely use it if your running out of options.

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Anchorage Review for Fort McRee

Reviewed by: Hale Walker, Gayle Anne, on Nov 16, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 60'
Draft: 5.0'

Wow! Absolutely beautiful! I'm 60' with a 5' draft. Plenty of depth and swing room for half a dozen boats easy. Plenty of day boats using the beach but great quiet anchorage as night approaches.

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Marina Review for Sandestin's Baytowne Marina

Reviewed by: Hale Walker , Gayle Anne, on Nov 16, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 60'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

This is a first class facility for our 60' with 5' draft. Easy access for fuel and pump out. On site restaurants and many other amenities I wasn't able to take advantage on a one night visit. Coming from the inland rivers there really hasn't been high caliber facilities. This is a refreshing change.

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Marina Review for Dog River Marina and Boat Works Inc.

Reviewed by: Hale Walker , Gayle Anne, on Nov 16, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 60'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 3

Very friendly ownership and staff. Rather limited for a 60' boat. Docks are in a bit of rough shape but a safe stop for any Looper. No problem for my 5' draft, just be sure to follow the channel.

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Marina Review for Straits State Harbor

Reviewed by: Hale Walker , Gayle Anne, on Sep 26, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 60'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 4

I can only comment on the facilities as I didn't fuel or pump out. Very nice slips for a larger boat. Very good protection from a stirred up lake. Great location as you're right in the action of Mackinac City

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Marina Review for Rogers City Marina

Reviewed by: Hale Walker , Gayle Anne, on Sep 26, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 60'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

One of the very best Harbor Masters I've ever experienced. Earlier in the day I was told by a gentleman that everything would be closed by the time of my arrival. I wouldn't be able to get fuel or a pump out. By the time I arrived I was greeted by a delightful young lady working overtime to see that we were taken care of. She was amazing. She knew here equipment inside and out. Both the pump out process and fueling were a work of art. After fueling she walked me to my slip assignment to get a feel for the site. After a long day on the water It's wonderful to end the day in good hands. This is a beautiful marina.

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