Reviews: Village of Spencerport

Reviews Summary

The reviews for the Spencerport dock on the Erie Canal highlight a mix of positive and negative experiences.

Positive Aspects:
- The location is praised for its proximity to downtown, with easy access to grocery stores, restaurants, coffee shops, and other amenities within walking distance.
- The dock facilities include 30 amp power and well-maintained restrooms and showers, although some reviews note that the south wall is under renovation.
- Reviewers appreciate the friendly townspeople and the helpful bridge tender, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere.
- The dock is described as clean and well-maintained, making it a pleasant stop for boaters.

Negative Aspects:
- Some reviews mention that the north wall is rough and recommend having plenty of fenders.
- A significant concern is the closure of facilities since the pandemic, including restrooms and showers, which has disappointed some visitors.
- The museum is noted to be limited, and there are mentions of a lack of hardware stores in the area.

Overall, while Spencerport is considered a charming and convenient stop with friendly locals and essential services, the closure of certain facilities has affected some visitors' experiences.

Review for Village of Spencerport

Reviewed by: Timothy Endean on Sep 16, 2025
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 25'
Draft: 2.5'

Rating: 5

This is one of the nicest spots on the Canal. Low docks on the south shore on both sides of the bridge. High wall on the north, east of bridge. All three with 30 amp power. Immaculate restrooms & showers. All set in a nice town with grocery, restaurants & coffee shop close by.

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Review for Village of Spencerport

Reviewed by: Donna Wallace, Adelante, on Jul 4, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 38'
Draft: 5.4'

Rating: 4

Stayed July 3, 2024. North wall very rough...make sure you have plenty of fenders. South wall under renovation east of bridge where restrooms and showers are. Museum is pretty limited. Restaurants, ice cream shop and grocery all within easy walking distance.

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Review for Village of Spencerport

Reviewed by: Jeffrey Skoda on Aug 12, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 65'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 4

Nice location near downtown with 30 amp power and water. The townspeople were super friendly. Bridge tender was excellent and came by to talk to all the boaters in the morning.

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Review for Village of Spencerport

Reviewed by: Bruce Stewart on Jun 19, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 42'
Draft: 3.3'

Rating: 5

Great place to stop and visit. Shopping and laundry close by, Texas BBQ 0.1 miles east of tie up. Pumpout on east side of bridge (north bank).

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Review for Village of Spencerport

Reviewed by: SailingFreedom on Sep 20, 2020
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 36'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 3

Since the pandemic, Spencerport has decided to shut down its facilities. No BR, no showers, and even no wifi (even though the network is available). Very disappointed since this isn't the case in others canal ports. Dockmaster met us but not much help. Stores were convenient. Topps Market just down the street. Texas BBQ was delicious. No hardware stores.

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Review for Village of Spencerport

Reviewed by: Jonathan Walsdorf, M/V Golfinho, on Aug 7, 2019
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 43'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

Spencerport is a true gem! Like many of the village/town free docks along the Erie Canal, Spencerport is small but has virtually everything a boater needs all with a two block walk. There are multiple eateries, a grocery, a Dollar Tree, coffee shops, ice cream shoppes, hair salons and yes, the most critical, a pedicure/nail shop! ????

The residents were most welcome and kind. To top it off the dock is new and well maintained, directly in front of a visitor center “Depot” and museum. Overall, it was my favorite stop on the Canal!

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