Bridge comment on Old Roosevelt (Dixie Highway) Bridge

Comment by: John Tyrell on Jan 18, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'

This bridge is on demand 24/7 per bridgetender. Very pleasant bridgetender.

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Marina Review for Palmetto Bay Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Dec 4, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 4

Very nice marina. Nice new, sturdy, floating docks. Competent and friendly dockhands. Easy access to diesel and good pricing. Free laundry, new clean bathrooms. Several nice restaurants on site. Good wifi. No pool; no courtesy car.

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Marina Review for Washington Waterfront Docks

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Aug 23, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 4

Great location; right downtown. Dockhands helpful and friendly and checking on boats. Fixed docks with pilings on exterior which made for a long step off the boat if limited mobility. Clean large shower. Nice town. Wifi so weak it might as well have been non-existent.

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Marina Review for Morningstar Marinas Golden Isles

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Mar 13, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 3

Would give a higher rating but was bouncy with a strong (20 mph) south wind. Had to dock with two foot rollers. Other aspects of this marina are great. Sterling was very helpful getting us docked and tied up. Wide stable floating docks in great condition. Nice restaurant on site.

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Marina Review for Safe Harbor Old Port Cove

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jan 30, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 3

I have stayed here several times before but always in the main marina. This time, I was assigned to the north basin which is 0.45 miles from the main marina. The north basin is removed from the laundry, the office, and the restaurant, all of which are located in the main marina. The north basin doesn't seem to be as protected and is mainly used for very large (50 to 200 ft) boats. Electric (50 amp) is $35/night. The lighting at our dock and some others was not working. I expect that the main marina is still 5 stars but because of the remoteness of the north basin, I think 3 stars is more appropriate.

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Marina Review for Fort Pierce City Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jan 30, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 3

I would give this marina a better rating but the birds are out of control here. I saw some people coming down near the marina and feeding them which probably contributes to the problem. During my 3 day stay, the birds were horrible; I would often see an entire flock on a boat. Other than the birds, it is a nice marina with proximity to many restaurants, good fuel prices and solid docks.

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Marina Review for Ocean Club Marina at Port Canaveral

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jan 23, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 4

Nice floating docks. Laundry and in-slip pump out. We couldn't raise the dock help on the radio or telephone when we came in, but I suspect that this is not typical. They had lost power earlier in the day and were still recovering. Nice view of cruise ships coming and going. Beautiful wide concrete floating docks and nice long finger slips. Easy access to ocean. Need to transit two bridges and a lock from ICW

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Lock comment on Cape Canaveral Lock

Comment by: John Tyrell on Jan 23, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

I appreciated Shawn Murphy's review. The lock walls are horizontal beams as in a fence or corral. It requires you to be careful that a fender or railing on your boat does not get caught. It is manageable because it is only a 2 foot change in water level but requires you to be paying attention. We found lots of cleats but not at the top horizontal beam. They are scattered on different beams. Like most locks, lifejackets are required. Lockmaster was friendly.

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Marina Review for Marineland Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jan 18, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 3

Easy access from ICW. Protected; pretty spot. We stayed on the floating docks and they are nice and sturdy. Isolated spot. Not much here.

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Marina Review for Huckins Yacht Corp.

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jan 16, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 5

Great boat yard. Gave us realistic time schedule and kept to it. PJ and Patty very friendly and cooperative. Pricing fair and without surprises. A lot of experience at this boatyard. Quality work.

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Marina Review for PORT 32 Jacksonville

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jan 16, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 5

Office staff (Celina) and dockmaster (Louis) very friendly and helpful. Nice sturdy concrete floating docks. Pool, hot tub, free laundry. Walking distance to Publix. In-slip pump outs ($15 on their weekly schedule; $30 off schedule). Sociable, friendly marina with events for boaters. Huge boaters' lounge

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Marina Review for Isle of Hope Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Dec 6, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 4

Easy in and out (some current). Nice sturdy docks. Competent and pleasant staff. Loaner car. Fuel available but price a little high (not crazy high) when we were there

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Marina Review for Wacca Wache Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Nov 30, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 5

Lynn was very pleasant and accomodating when we made our reservation. Nick, the dockmaster and his helper met us at the fuel dock. They were very friendly and welcoming even though we were arriving at closing time. Great diesel price. They then helped us get tied up in our overnight slip, a nice stable floating dock. Everything clean and well maintained. Nice restaurant on site, just a few steps from our slip.

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Marina Review for Morningstar Marinas Southport

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Mar 17, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 4

This is our second extended stay here and everything is great. The marina has been completely rebuilt since Hurricane Dorian. Docks are nice, wide stable floating docks. Eric was very pleasant booking our reservation and understanding that schedules change. Austin did a great job helping us dock, tie up and get situated. Along a no-wake area - which is enforced - we have seen the sheriff boat waiting for speeders. Walking distance to restaurants and quaint touristy town.

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Marina Review for Sunbury Crab Co. Restaurant & Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Mar 4, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 4

We found it easy to get to off the ICW and saw plenty of depth following Garmin charts and Aquamaps (>15 feet) on the way in and at the dock. This is not your fancy marina with lots of amenities. It is rustic but beautiful. The owners, Bernard and Elaine were friendly from the moment I called for reservations and throughout our stay. There is not much here. I think they are closed Mondays and Tuesdays. The food at the restaurant was great and fairly priced. The dock was an easy alongside approach. The dock was sturdy but showing its age. A lot of no seeums when we were there. A different but pleasant experience for a night or two.

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Bridge comment on L.B. Knox Bridge

Comment by: John Tyrell on Mar 3, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'

Confirm that elevation is only 10 ft.

• WG Editor Comment:
  

  Charted vertical clearance is 15 feet at center.

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Bridge comment on Allenhurst (Haulover Canal) Bridge

Comment by: John Tyrell on Mar 3, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'

No elevation board northbound; southbound board read 22.5 feet at 4.1 feet above low tide.No indication of how much extra if any at center

• WG Editor Comment:
  

  Charted vertical clearance is 27 feet at center.

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Bridge comment on Dr. Sally Ride Memorial (NASA Causeway) Bridge

Comment by: John Tyrell on Mar 3, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'

Northbound elevation board read 22.5 feet at 4.1 feet above low tide; no indication of how much extra if any at center

• WG Editor Comment:
  

  Charted vertical clearance is 27 feet at center.

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Bridge comment on SR A1A North Causeway (Banty Saunders) Bridge

Comment by: John Tyrell on Mar 3, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'

Read 22 ft on elevation board at 1.3 ft above low tide; no indication of how much if any extra height at center

• WG Editor Comment:
  

  Charted vertical clearance is 26 feet at enter.

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Bridge comment on US 1 (Jupiter Federal) Bridge

Comment by: John Tyrell on Feb 19, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'

Elevation board read 21 feet at 2 ft above low tide. Sign said 4' additional at center.

• WG Editor Comment:
  

  Bridge clearance listed as 26 feet at center on NOAA chart.

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Bridge comment on PGA Boulevard Bridge

Comment by: John Tyrell on Feb 19, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'

Elevation board read 19 feet at 2.7 ft above low tide. No indication of how much extra if any at center.

• WG Editor Comment:
  

  Bridge clearance is 24 feet at enter per NOAA chart.

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Bridge comment on Parker (US 1) Bridge

Comment by: John Tyrell on Feb 19, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'

Elevation board read 20 feet at 2.2 ft above low tide. No indication of how much extra if any at center.

• WG Editor Comment:
  

  Bridge clearance is 25 feet at center per NOAA chart.

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Bridge comment on Hollywood Beach Boulevard (SR 820) Bridge

Comment by: John Tyrell on Feb 15, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'

Saw 20' on elevation board at 1.2 ft above low tide

• WG Editor Comment:
  

  NOAA Chart shows 25 feet at center.

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Bridge comment on Sheridan Street Bridge

Comment by: John Tyrell on Feb 15, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'

Saw 17' on elevation board at 1.2 ft above low tide

• WG Editor Comment:
  

  NOAA Chart shows 22 feet at center.

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Bridge comment on Dania Beach Boulevard (SR A1A) Bridge

Comment by: John Tyrell on Feb 15, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'

Saw 18' on elevation board at 1.2 ft above low tide

• WG Editor Comment:
  

  NOAA chart shows 22 feet at center.

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Bridge comment on East Sunrise Boulevard (SR 838) Bridge

Comment by: John Tyrell on Feb 15, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'

Saw 21.5' on elevation board at 1.9 ft above low tide

• WG Editor Comment:
  

  NOAA chart shows 25 Feet at center.

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Bridge comment on Oakland Park Boulevard Bridge

Comment by: John Tyrell on Feb 15, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'

Saw 16.5' on elevation board at 1.6 ft above low tide

• WG Editor Comment:
  

  NOAA chart shows 22 feet at center.

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Bridge comment on Commercial Boulevard (SR 870) Bridge

Comment by: John Tyrell on Feb 15, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'

Saw 9' on elevation board at 1.6 ft above low tide

• WG Editor Comment:
  

  NOAA chart shows 15 feet at center.

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Bridge comment on Atlantic Boulevard (SR 814) Bridge

Comment by: John Tyrell on Feb 15, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'

Saw 10' on elevation board at 1.2 ft above low tide

• WG Editor Comment:
  

  NOAA chart shows 15 feet at center.

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Bridge comment on NE 14th Street Bridge

Comment by: John Tyrell on Feb 15, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'

Saw 12' on elevation board at 0.9 ft above low tide

• WG Editor Comment:
  

  NOAA charts shows 15 feet.

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Bridge comment on Hillsboro Boulevard (SR 810) Bridge

Comment by: John Tyrell on Feb 15, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'

Saw 17' on elevation board at 0.8 ft above low tide.

• WG Editor Comment:
  

  Bridge is charted at 21 feet at center on the NOAA chart.

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Bridge comment on Camino Real Bridge

Comment by: John Tyrell on Feb 15, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'

Saw 6' on elevation board at 0.7 ft above low tide. Sign says 4 addition feet at center.

• WG Editor Comment:
  

  NOAA chart states 9 feet at center.

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Bridge comment on Palmetto Park Bridge

Comment by: John Tyrell on Feb 15, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'

Saw 17' on elevation board at 0.5 ft above low tide

• WG Editor Comment:
  

  NOAA chart states 19 feet.

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Bridge comment on Linton Boulevard Bridge

Comment by: John Tyrell on Feb 15, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'

Saw 27.5' on elevation board at 1.1 ft above low tide.

• WG Editor Comment:
  

  NOAA chart shows 30 feet at center.

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Bridge comment on Atlantic Ave. (SR 806) Bridge

Comment by: John Tyrell on Feb 15, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'

Saw 9' on elevation board at 0.5 ft above low tide.

• WG Editor Comment:
  

  NOAA chart shows 12 feet at center.

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Bridge comment on George Bush Boulevard Bridge

Comment by: John Tyrell on Feb 15, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'

Saw 7' on elevation board at 0.5 ft above low tide.

• WG Editor Comment:
  

  NOAA chart shows 9 feet at center.

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Anchorage Review for Little Shark River

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Feb 11, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Beautiful anchorage. Good holding. Easy stop between Fort Myers and the Keys. No Verizon nor T-Mobile nor antenna TV. Plenty of room.

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Marina Review for Boca Grande Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Feb 10, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 4

Very small marina but acccomodates boats of all sizes. A large (about 100 ft) boat came in while we were there. Ask for directions before coming in because there is an encroaching shoal. Very pretty spot. Very competent and accommodating dock staff. Well protected. Restaurant on site. Pump out $20. Golf carts available for rent. Quaint beautiful town. We will stop here again if in the area.

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Marina Review for Sanibel Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Feb 10, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 3

Well protected; nice fixed docks; pretty spot; fuel available. Tom (dockmaster) and Joe were each very pleasant fueling us up and helping us dock and tie up. Need to hug the wall coming through the entrance channel. Small grocery store one mile away. No pump out. $4.50/ft + $20 electric make it a little overpriced for what it is.

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Marina Review for Loggerhead Marina - Fish-Tale Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Feb 2, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 3

Great location. Plenty of nearby restaurants and shops and on the trolley route. Approach from the south through Big Carlos Pass. Nice floating docks; self-serve at dock pumpout. They don't seem to have many transients being mainly dry-dock boats. Well protected from wind by condos. When I made the reservation, I was told to call on channel 77 but we got no answer. I phoned them and got directions to a T-head. The dock hand that met us was incompetent, making what should have been a simple docking complicated yet thankfully uneventful. We asked about electric and he motioned to a box as he walked off to resume moving boats with a fork lift. Well, the pedestal only had 30 amp and we need 50 amp and had been assured when I made the reservation that 50 amp was no issue. I called the office and after about 10 minutes, two other deckhands came down. After they checked that indeed there was no 50 amp, they checked with someone about a splitter which they couldn't seem to find. I offered to move to another slip that had 50 amp which is what we eventually did. We were tucked in the back part of the marina - not particularly scenic but well protected and surrounded by condos. There seem to be very few transients (we may have been the only ones). The other people at the dock were friendly and one even offered to drive us to West Marine to buy a splitter.

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Anchorage Review for Indian Key - Russell Pass

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jan 28, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

It was a calm night so we didn't go further up Russell Pass. Two other boats anchored after us but there was probably room for another 50. We were not waked at all on a Thursday afternoon/ evening. Weak Verizon signal but strong enough to stream Netflix. Dolphin playing at dusk. Very peaceful and easy.

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Marina Review for Boca Chita Key - Biscayne National Park

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jan 8, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 4

Idyllic spot. Very pretty. Nice area to walk around with many picnic tables and benches and beautiful views all around. Fills up so have a backup plan. We arrived about 1030 a.m. on a Thursday and got the last spot (holds about 20 boats without rafting). About an hour later, at high tide, a group of three to four boats traveling together left. Nice concrete wall with good cleats. No power or water. Very protected. Bugs were not out during the day but got bad at dusk and were bad in the morning. Small fee for camping.

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Marina Review for Bahia Mar Yachting Center

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jan 4, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 4

There are three marinas next to each other; we have stayed at Las Olas, Hall of Fame and now Bahia Mar. Bahia Mar is the nicest with nice floating docks (we were at fixed docks at the other marinas). Great dockhands; great location. Large clean pool with plenty of lounge chairs and nice pool bar. Walkway that goes over the street to go to beach.

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Anchorage Review for Minim Creek (West Side)

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Dec 4, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Pretty spot; good holding; strong current that reverses with tide. Plenty of room. A few crab pots but not that many. Marsh on either side so not much wind protection.

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Marina Review for Bridge Tender Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Sep 17, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 3

Aaron was helpful getting us docked. Long face dock; floating and sturdy. Next to the Wrightsville Beach bridge but the noise didn't bother us. In a no wake zone so we were not rocked at the dock on a weekday night. Bridgetender restaurant is excellent but expensive. Good convenient and easy stop along the waterway.

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Marina Review for River Dunes Marina at Grace Harbor

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Sep 13, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 5

Beautiful grounds and location. Nice floating docks and pool. Strong onspot wifi. Well protected. Good docking help from Aaron. Had Verizon service but my wife had troubles with Sprint/TMobile.. Nice clubhouse with TV. On-site restaurant but limited hours/menu.

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Marina Review for Schaefers Canal House & Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Sep 10, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 3

Nice stop between the Cheasapeake and Cape May. In the past, we have stopped at Delaware City but this is more convenient. Very good diesel prices. We were docked at a long fixed dock alongside the canal and the restaurant. Wakes from passing boats were not bad even on a weekend. A little noisier than most places due to the bridge traffic and the restaurant but not bad. Good and pleasant dock help (Olivia). Sturdy docks.

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Marina Review for Tidewater Yacht Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Sep 10, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 3

Good docking help from Katherine. We were on a floating dock but they also have fixed docks. Docks are sturdy; easy entrancee; good depth. Restaurant on site. Not quite as protected as Waterside (across the river) but not bad. Wifi was good

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Marina Review for Safe Harbor Dauntless Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Sep 3, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 3

This review is for the mooring balls operated by Safe Harbor Dauntless. The launch guides you to the mooring ball and will bring you into town. Nice spot and convenient to see Essex. For a mooring ball, $69 seems a little high, but the launch is free. Nice area to explore by dinghy.

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Marina Review for Newport Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Sep 3, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 4

Active Captain reviews talk about how great the dockmaster, Steve Sullivan is. We found that he more than lived up to this advanced billing. Because of Hurricane Henri, I had to change my travel plans and he was very cooperative working with my changing schedule. Out in the harbor, I hit something. When I pulled into Newport marina, I told Steve about my problem. He put me in touch with a diver who pulled the props. We drove the props to a repair shop. They were repaired and the diver had them back on the boat two days later. Throughout it all, Steve was very helpful. The marina is gated and right in the heart of downtown Newport. It is a convenient spot to walk to get the trolley tours of the Newport mansions. Nice floating docks.

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Marina Review for Safe Harbor Wickford Cove

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Sep 3, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 4

We went here to avoid Hurricane Henri. They are very sheltered nice floating docks. They advertise that they are a hurricane hole and indeed they are. No boats seemed to sustain any damage even though the eye passed onshore about 20 miles west. Megan did a great job getting us all tied up. Diesel is a fair price. Beautiful area; nice to dinghy around. Easy walk to nice town and groceries. Staff walked the docks during the storm. Restrooms/showers are very nice.

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Marina Review for Hyannis Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Aug 20, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 3

Long floating docks; 5 washers; 6 dryers; male and female large restrooms/showers. Outdoor pool use at adjacent restaurant. Weak (unusable) wifi; cable advertised but didn't work for us. Courtesy car.

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Marina Review for Edgartown Harbor

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Aug 20, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 3

This review is for the Edgartown mooring field. Very large mooring field. Launch service ($4 per person); some reservations on Dockwa but most seem to be on an ad hoc basis by the harbormaster. Pump out boat.

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Marina Review for Pickering Wharf Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Aug 20, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 3

Competent and cooperative dockmaster, Michael. Deep water, good floating docks. In the heart of downtown Salem with walking access to all the sights. One washer, one dryer, two showers. Good wifi.

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Anchorage Review for Tenpound Island Mooring Field

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Aug 11, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

This review is for the mooring balls operated by the Gloucester Harbormaster. Nice mooring balls but not protected so rolly. Wakes from passing boats make it worse. Great instructions and communication from very pleasant harbormaster. Free launch service. Scenic. Prefer inner harbor mooring field.

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Marina Review for Dolphin Marina & Restaurant

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Aug 11, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 4

Nice family run marina with deep water, good floating docks and mooring balls. We stayed on the docks. Beautiful location. We took a lobstering charter with Lexi and highly recommend it. In theory, blueberry muffins and coffee delivered to your boat but the marina staff does not arrive until 9 a.m. First day, we went on our lobster charter at 9 a.m. and the second day, we left the dock about 9 a.m. Nice restaurant on-site and a takeout seafood place next door. Two restrooms; one large luxurious shower; one complimentary washer and one complimentary dryer. Nice area to explore by dinghy using dinghy trail map supplied by marina.

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Marina Review for DiMillo's Marina & Yacht Sales

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Aug 11, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 3

Spectacular location at the heart of downtown Portland. Floating docks; good deckhand help. Two washers and two dryers. Clean bathrooms and showers. Has break wall all around but still a little rolly from passing boats. Secure with locked access.

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Marina Review for Safe Harbor Wentworth by the Sea

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Aug 6, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 5

Pleasant office staff (Jackie and Terry) making reservations and good dock hand help (Michael). Nice floating docks; beautiful grounds; two on-site restaurants, nice pool, and beautiful showers. Strong OnSpot wifi. Courtesy car. Very nice marina.

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Anchorage Review for Gloucester Inner Harbor Mooring Field

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Aug 5, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

This review is for the mooring balls in the inner harbor operated by Gloucester harbormaster. Nice mooring balls in protected harbor. Busy working harbor so can be rolly from passing boats. Great instructions and communication from very pleasant harbormaster. Free(with mooring fee), prompt launch service with launch captains that know the area and give great tips on things to see. Very scenic harbor.

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Marina Review for Safe Harbor Marina Bay

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Aug 5, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 3

Nice floating docks; good dockhand help. Good break wall so little to no wave action. Nice location just outside Boston. Lots of restaurants, ice cream shops, and two small markets surrounding the marina. There is free wifi which is terrible or you can pay for better wifi at $15/night. It seems that at a daily rate of $4/ft/night + $35/night for 50 amp electric, they should not charge extra for serviceable wifi.

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Marina Review for Sandwich Marina/East Boat Basin

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Aug 5, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 3

Great location at east end of Cape Cod canal. Nice floating docks; deep water; competent and friendly deckhands; fair pricing on diesel. A couple of adjacent upscale restaurants; also delivery available. Can walk to glass museums, cape cod canal museum, grocery store, and hardware store.

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Anchorage Review for Cape Cod Canal - North of Hog Island

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jul 23, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

There are seven large white mooring balls with MMA stenciled on balls. They are operated by the Mass Maritime Academy and are presumably free (based on Active Captain Reviews). This review is for the mooring balls. We did not anchor so cannot comment on holding but there seems to be plenty of room to anchor. Just off channel. Easy in and out. No painters so it takes a little ingenuity to attach. We attached lines at the swim platform and then brought them to the bow. Don't seem to be heavily used. On a Thursday, we were the only overnight boat. One other boat tied up for a couple of hours and left. Pleasant location to wait for favorable current to transit east on the Cape Cod Canal.

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Marina Review for Payne's Dock

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jul 22, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 3

Great location and plenty of deep water; they pack the boats in here and raft boats. My acrobatic skills have diminished since my youth and based on active captain reviews, I was concerned about climbing over other boats to get off the boat. I called Clif Payne ahead and he arranged for an easy dock spot. Very nice people. Bar and restaurant right at the docks. Different from most marinas in that they don't use VHF (just come near the large American flag and they will direct you); they dock boats in unimaginable positions (but it all seems to work) and no wifi. Pump out boat comes to your boat and is free (tips only). Bring a quarter for the shower. Nice vibe at family owned and run Paynes.

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Marina Review for Mystic Seaport Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jul 22, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 3

This is a different type of marina. It is right inside the museum grounds. They even give you a sign for your boat to tell people that your boat is not an exhibit and to not board. From museum hours of 10-5, there is not much privacy but dockage comes with free admission to the museum. The museum is expansive and nice with different demonstrations. They supply long fender boards to keep you off the pilings which are on a stone wall. I found getting on and off the boat to the stone wall a little challenging, even dangerous but I am sure that that varies from boat to boat. Good wifi and water depth. Nice restaurant Latitude 41 right next to the marina. Very cool being next to the museum boats. Good to do once to see the museum.

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Marina Review for Harbor One Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jul 22, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 4

We contacted Portland Boat Works to have a repair done on our sliding doors and were directed to this marina. Paul Barton had two technicians waiting as we docked the boat and they promptly and cheerily performed the repair. We were told that we could stay tied up to the dock. The place was so nice that we stayed three nights. This is a family owned and run marina. Sharon Barton runs the marina and Paul has a large Tiara dealership up river. Everyone was remarkably pleasant. You will not find a cleaner marina. Nice long floating finger piers, beautifully landscaped grounds with spectacular views. Beautiful pool that was never crowded even on the weekend (versus the neighboring Old Saybrook Inn and marina which is used by all the inn guests); small takeout restaurant on-site and larger restaurant next door; two clean washers and two clean dryers. Two minor items that could be improved are (1) there is no courtesy car or courtesy shuttle; we were unable to get a taxi or uber or lyft to take us two miles into town for the Saturday morning farmers market and (2) $40/night for 50 amp electric is more than I am used to paying. All in all, a great place and we hope to be back.

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Marina Review for Liberty Landing Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jul 14, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 3

Protected with great location and beautiful views. Nice floating docks. Pump-out boat comes to the slip. Two on-site restaurants but both closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Nice walking area. Wifi weak.

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Marina Review for Canyon Club Resort Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jul 14, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 4

Dockhand Justin did a great job meeting us at the dock and helping us get secured for tropical storm Elsa. Nice floating docks with finger piers. Exterior pilings have sliding rings to tie to that can slide up and down the piling with tide (like tide tamers). We used them but the tide was never high enough to cause them to rise. Diesel fuel available by convenient in slip fueling (although at a slightly higher price than other nearby marinas). Well protected marina with break wall. Beautiful on-site pool. No on-site restaurant. Marina shuttle van will drive you places; we took a ride to the Lobster House restaurant. Dockmaster Paul even brought beautiful flowers from his garden for our boat.

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Marina Review for Delaware City Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jul 10, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 3

Great location midway between Baltimore and Cape May. Plenty of water at the docks; lowest water seems to be coming in off the Delaware River where we saw 5' at low tide. Call the marina ahead of time for excellent directions into the marina. Professional dockhand, Tim, gave great instructions for long fixed floating dock and used the current to turn us around. He also gave a detailed weather and chart briefing. Wifi was not working while we were there – was told that it had been hit by lightning and would be fixed in a few days.

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Marina Review for Inner Harbor Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jul 10, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 4

Nice floating docks. Good and attentive dock hands. Beautiful view of the city at night. Nice protected marina with locked entrance. In-slip pump out. At one of the water taxi stops so convenient to go to Ft. McHenry, Fells point, etc. Can walk to Camden Yards. Two washers and two dryers (use credit cards); large, clean bathrooms/showers. Nice boater's lounge. On-site but expensive Rusty Scupper restaurant – open evenings only.

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Marina Review for Yacht Basin Co.

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jun 30, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 3

Downtown yet removed from the constant parade of boats going by. Ashley did a great job helping us fuel and then tying us up at our slip. She was very friendly and competent. Some slips require close maneuvering skills but there is no appreciable current or wind. Best diesel price in Annapolis. Short walk to Pussers and other restaurants. Pump out ($10) seemed a little weak. Fixed docks.

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Marina Review for Spring Cove Marina - Solomons

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jun 29, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 3

Easy docking; protected. Great pool. Pool bar and grill were closed while we were here. Fixed docks - sturdy but tired. At $2.50/foot it is twice the price of Calverts. New ownership. Courtesy shuttle advertised but not running weekdays. No courtesy car; can rent a car for an hour. Restrooms nice.

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

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jun 28, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 4

Mike did a great job helping us come in and tie up. Beautiful marina with nice floating docks. Everyone friendly and accomodating. Nice pool. No restaurant within walking distance. Courtesy car to go to town but needs to be back by 4 p.m. Clean laundry room and clean showers/restrooms. Peaceful spot.

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Marina Review for Waterside Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jun 26, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 4

Nice protected marina with high quality floating docks. Plenty of room to maneuver. Several restaurants at marina. Parftially open due to covid. Showers and restrooms are a long walk frrom docks. Friendly dock hands. Ferry boat nearby - no wake from it but a lot of horn blowing.

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Marina Review for Coinjock Marina & Restaurant

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jun 26, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 4

Professional dockhands; very efficient and knowledgeable. Long fixed sturdy face dock. They pack the boats in tightly but the dockhands know what they are doing and it all works out. I am not a roast beef eater but my wife raves about it. Call the restaurant midday and tell them what you want for roast beef. Nice covered outdoor dining.

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Marina Review for Dowry Creek Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jun 24, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 5

Nice stop. Dockhands(Nicole and Jeff) friendly and competent. Fair price for diesel. Good dock rate ($1.62/ft with Boat US or AGLCA. Beautiful spot protected unless strong SE wind. New sturdy fixed docks with full length piers. Nice relaxing pool. Fully stocked with groceries ships store, courtesy car, grills, 3 restroom/showers with fresh towels. Boaters lounge and three free washers/ dryers. Family-owned and run marina. Everyone very pleasant and accomodating.

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Marina Review for Homer Smith Docks and Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on May 12, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 5

Best marina in Beaufort. Skip the drama of docking in the swift current of Taylor Creek (Beaufort Town Docks) and stay at Homer Smith marina. Everyone here (Tony, Matt, Dan) is very friendly and competent. Clean shower, bathroom, free laundry, two courtesy cars. Short walk to town. Good pizza delivery from Loretta's.

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Anchorage Review for Mile Hammock Bay

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on May 12, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

This is a convenient anchorage off the ICW. It is removed enough from the ICW that there are no wakes. Great holding. Need an anchor wash down because anchor and chain come up with thick black mud. Ten boats there when we were there; room for many (at least at total of 25) more.

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Marina Review for St. Johns Yacht Harbor

Reviewed by: John Tyrell , Hydrophilic, on Mar 21, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Best part is the dock crew. They are all helpful, friendly and competent. Stan is the dockmaster and he was very accommodating, allowing us to stay on the fuel dock one night to make it easier when having some work done. Steve, Molly, E, and Austin all helped us during our 4 night stay. Deep water. Strong tidal current but E was very good helping us dock. Pump out boat comes to slip. Sturdy docks. Very nice large restrooms and showers. Four washers and four dryers in laundry room. Pool. Courtesy car.

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Anchorage Review for Cumberland Island

Reviewed by: John Tyrell, Hydrophilic, on Mar 14, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 4.0'

Anchored across from Sea Camp dock; pretty; plenty of room, great holding; current shift and some wakes during day; good TV reception, Verizon service. Leave room along island for ferry and other boats. About a 7 foot tide.

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Anchorage Review for Ossabaw Island - Buckhead Creek

Reviewed by: John Tyrell, Hydrophilic, on Mar 14, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 4.0'

if northbound, good place to wait for tide at Hell Gate; wide and deep; plenty of room; 33 digital antenna channels; plenty of depth; anchored in 16 feet (low tide) and let out 115 ft; buggy even with 9 mph wind; good holding; 8 - 9 ft tidal changes. Didn’t go too far into creek – Buckhead top

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Marina Review for Windward at Camachee Cove Yacht Harbor

Reviewed by: John Tyrell , Hydrophilic, on Mar 14, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 4

Well-marked channel off ICW allows for docking in protected marina without current (versus strong tidal current at St. Augustine municipal marina). Nice floating docks; good dock help; strong wifi. Nice restaurant onsite.

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Marina Review for New Smyrna Beach City Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell , Hydrophilic, on Mar 14, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 3

Short floating docks so need to stern in or get off at the bow. Wide concrete docks. Wind and current can make docking difficult; strong wifi. Plenty of restaurants and nice downtown within short walk.

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Marina Review for Loggerhead Marina - Vero Beach Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell , Hydrophilic, on Mar 14, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 4

Formerly Suntex. Well-marked channel with good depth. G did a great job helping us fuel, dock and tie up. Competitive diesel pricing. Sturdy fixed docks. Clean with nice pool and protected easy off the ICW. Nothing close by the marina. Wifi a little weak. Prefer it to the more crowded and tired Vero City marina.

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Marina Review for Sunset Bay Marina & Anchorage

Reviewed by: John Tyrell , Hydrophilic, on Mar 14, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 4

Transient dockage long sturdy concrete fixed dock. Also large mooring field. Good depth. Can be a little rolly – not terrible. Weekly pumpouts in-slip. Coffee shop and upscale restaurant on site. Very convenient location for Stuart. Two female and two male clean showers; five washers and 5 five dryers. Beautiful sunsets.

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Marina Review for Roland and Mary Ann Martins Marina & Resort

Reviewed by: John Tyrell , Hydrophilic, on Mar 14, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 4

Good staging to cross Lake Okeechobee. Long floating dock; a little worn but better than many. Dockmaster Sam very friendly and knowledgeable. Told me about the wind and current (there was no current) as I approached; he is a boater and it shows. Other years we had stopped at Moorehaven and this is much nicer. Tiki bar with restaurant on site. Surprisingly good ship’s store with some upscale resort wear.

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Marina Review for South Seas Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell , Hydrophilic, on Mar 14, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Beautiful spot. Clearly marked channel in. Nice fixed concrete docks. Well marked alongside docks so easy to tell where you should be going. Protected marina. Good wifi. Everything beautiful and well maintained. Several pools. Lots of large boats.

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Marina Review for Snook Bight Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell , Hydrophilic, on Mar 14, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Was here a year ago and everything was great except poor dock help; this year everything is still great and the dock help was very good. New dockmaster, Mike, is very pleasant, capable and has made a huge improvement in the dock staff. Four of them were at the ready as we docked in high winds and stiff tidal current. Publix at end of Marina parking lot; clean laundry area with 4 washers and 8 dryers. Beach across street; beautiful docks; well protected; good wifi.

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Marina Review for Salty Sam's Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell , Hydrophilic, on Mar 14, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 3

Good antenna TV; weak wifi; long floating docks; a lot of rental boat traffic; dinghy (on davit) hit twice (Lady M and a pontoon rental; the pontoon driver barely touched and was apologetic; Lady M gave it a good smack -no apologies; just giggles and shrugs); two restaurants at Marina; $5 pump out on Mondays. A lot of bird guano on the docks. Pleasant office person (Samantha) and good dock help from Gordon. Trey and Casey were great getting us a pumpout and helping us off the dock when departing in strong winds.

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Marina Review for Marlin Bay Resort & Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell , Hydrophilic, on Mar 14, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 4

Dockhands Greg and Claudia did a great job helping us dock and tie up. They and dockhand Francis were always around making sure things were good. Top notch marina staff! Fixed sold concrete docks. They have two areas, inner harbor and outer. We were in the inner harbor. It is closer to the pool and clubhouse. Good wifi. Everything is beautifully maintained. Great sunsets. Bar by pool but no restaurant nor laundry.

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Marina Review for Hawks Cay Resort Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell , Hydrophilic, on Mar 14, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 3

Would be 4 stars if price more reasonable. Dock hand, LaVar was friendly and did a good job helping us tie up. Fixed dock; finger slips about 20 feet long but 0.5 foot tide changes made it easy to secure the boat. Beautiful spread-out grounds. Very protected marina. Lots of empty slips in the marina, probably because of the high transient dock fee ($4.50/foot; 10% AGLCA discount brings it to $4.05/foot, still about $1 higher than other marinas). There is an additional $45/day resort fee which entitles you to free use of kayaks, bikes, and paddleboards and towel by the pool. I didn’t feel as if I got good value for my $45 but perhaps if we were traveling with several children, it would be worth it. Several restaurants on site. Wifi slow but steady. Diesel available at a good price.

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Marina Review for Barefoot Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jan 11, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 4

Not to be confused with the day docks at Barefoot Landing across the waterway at the mall. Easy docking. Tim, the dockmaster has always gone out of his way to be helpful. Restaurant on site with meh food. Nice easy stop along the waterway.

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Marina Review for Osprey Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jan 11, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

Friendly, easy access off ICW. Good prices. No current and protected from wind - makes me feel like an expert docking the boat. Best diesel price in the area. They give you a goodie bag which among other things contains a jar of red pepper jelly. The jelly alone is worth staying here.

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Anchorage Review for Awendaw Creek

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jan 11, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.5'

Easy entrance; not much current; plenty of room; not if strong E winds; great TV reception 40+ channels

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Anchorage Review for South Edisto River-Sampson Island North

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jan 11, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.5'

Plenty of room; right off ICW at G143; great TV reception 40+ channels; little protection; strong current.

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Marina Review for Safe Harbor Port Royal Landing

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jan 11, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

Michelle and her staff are some of the best along the ICW. Very friendly and knowledgeable. During their rounds, saw one of the dock hands adjusting a fender on a boat - you don't see that extra care too often.

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Marina Review for Thunderbolt Marine

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jan 11, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 4

Nice location; clean restrooms, showers and laundry. Knowledgeable dockhands, especially Rob. Can be a swift current but easy docking if you take their advice. Extra perk to get six Krispy Kreme donuts dropped off on the boat first thing. Good diesel price and easy pump out at fuel dock.

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Anchorage Review for Crescent River R156

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jan 11, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.5'

Plenty of room; no wakes, easy ICW access; great holding; some current and little wind protection; good TV(20 channels).

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Marina Review for Brunswick Landing Marina, Inc.

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jan 11, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 3

We stayed here for a week in December 2020. Well protected marina and many activities during non-covid times. Ownership seems to go out of their way to try to make boaters happy. Can walk to town for several restaurants (we had fantastic Brunswick stew and beef stew takeout from Nautica Joes). Only three stars because town seemed a little tired and when the wind died out the bugs came out in the marina which is across from a marsh.

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Marina Review for Jekyll Harbor Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jan 11, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 4

Great dockhands. Pretty location and everyone friendly. They put transients on long face dock which makes docking easy. Nice casual restaurant on site. Took a courtesy golf cart into town (quaint but not much in town). They were flexible with us as we adjusted our schedule to take advantage of a good weather day to cross the dreaded St. Andrew sound just to the south.

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Free Dock Review for Jim King Park at Sisters Creek Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jan 11, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

Long free dock. Dock is aluminum and in very good shape. Current can be strong so be aware when docking. Room for about 6 forty foot boats. Usually other boaters will help you dock. At least one water faucet on the dock. There is a webcam if you wish to look ahead of time, but there has always been room when we were there. Park and boat ramp a short distance away but otherwise pretty remote and nothing in walking distance.

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Marina Review for St. Augustine Municipal Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jan 11, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 4

Stayed at the docks. Good and bad here. Great dock help so docking during strong current is not as bad as I had feared. Good that it is right in the center of town so fantastic access to all the tourist sites but also have lots of people walking the docks. Next to Bridge of Lions so bridge noise from passing traffic. Free in-slip pump out on request.

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Marina Review for Halifax Harbor Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jan 11, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 4

Good dock hands; very large marina. They check you in at the slip saving a trip to the office. Return the gate keys at the fuel dock on your way out by dropping them in a fish net held by dock hand. Wifi was marginal, but I suspect it varies by where you are in the marina. Can walk to several restaurants.

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Marina Review for Cocoa Village Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jan 11, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 4

Eager, friendly staff. Fixed docks but accessible from boat. Easy walk to several restaurants or local park. Clean and well-run. Call on radio for entrance guidance.

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Marina Review for Safe Harbor Harbortown

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jan 11, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 3

We like staying here because it is close to Fort Pierce inlet and does not have strong current when docking. The high fixed docks can make it difficult to get off your boat (depending on boat configuration)

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Marina Review for Safe Harbor Old Port Cove

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jan 11, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

This year was our fourth year staying for a week plus at OPC. Everything is first class here. When you check in, they give you a bottle of wine. Joe, the dockmaster, stayed late to help us dock. Beautiful wide docks in great shape. Friendly and helpful dock hands check several times a day on the boats. On-site restaurant has good food. Doris's, an Italian bakery and grocery store is a 1.5 mile walk. Easy access to Lake Worth inlet. Lots of repair people on-site. Gary got our horn working again. Only negative is that $25/day for 50 amp is out of line with other marinas.

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Marina Review for Hall of Fame Marina

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jan 11, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 3

Helpful dockhands. Great location. Short walk to beach. Offset from ICW so not exposed to ICW wakes. Negatives were construction going on at Swimming Hall of Fame caused a lot of noise and dirt on boat. Fixed docks. We didn't use the pump out but it was self serve and I saw someone struggling to wheel it up and down the dock. Have been to nearby Las Olas and prefer HOF. Haven't stayed at Bahia Mar but it looks like the best of the three with floating docks; also the highest price.

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Anchorage Review for Marine Stadium

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jan 11, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.5'

Great holding in sand. Plenty of room. Not a quiet bucolic anchorage with lots of boats partying on the weekend, but it didn't bother us- was actually entertaining. Beautiful night view of the Miami skyline.

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Marina Review for Pilot House Marina & Restaurant

Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jan 11, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 4

Second time here. We like the vibe. Floating docks are nice. We like the restaurant. The dockhands (Pat & David) were very helpful and went out of their way for us. Narrow channel coming in so might be best to issue a securite.

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