Marinas and docks range from basic public launch ramps with tie-up slips to full-service facilities offering fuel desks, haul-out yards, and winter storage. Dockage options vary between daily transient slips, seasonal rentals, and dry-stack storage, while amenities differ greatly regarding power hookups, pump-out stations, and shore facilities. Looking at a map pin will not tell you the draft limits, slip dimensions, or whether a location caters to daily boaters versus long-term liveaboards.
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Diversey Harbor
2601 N Cannon Dr, Chicago, IL 60614
Monday–Friday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, Saturday—Sunday 8:00 am to 6:00 pm
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DuSable Harbor
111 N Jean Baptiste Pointe du Sable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60601
Monday –Friday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, Saturday — Sunday 8:00 am to 6:00 pm
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Forest View Marina
5700 W 41st St, Chicago, IL 60804
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Pier 11 Marina
826 E 138th St, Chicago, IL 60827
Tue-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 10am-4pm
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Canal Street Marina
2129 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60616
Mon-Sat 7am-3pm
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Burnham Harbor
1559 E Waldron Dr, Chicago, IL 60605
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59th Street Harbor
5900 S DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60637
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Dusable Harbor Park
123 N Jean Baptiste Pointe du Sable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60601
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DuSable Harbor
200 N Lake Front Dr, Chicago, IL 60601
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Belmont Harbor G Dock
3400 N DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60657-2801
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Jackson Park Yacht Club
6400 S Promontory Dr, Chicago, IL 60649-1046
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Downtown Docks
27 E Riverwalk S, Chicago, IL 60601
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Museum Shores Yacht Club
5900 S DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60637
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Chicago Match Race Center
W Belmont Harbor Dr, Chicago, IL 60657
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31st Street Harbor
3155 S DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60616
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Chicago's Finest Marina
557 E 134th Pl, Chicago, IL 60827
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Belmont Harbor C Dock
Chicago, IL 60657
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Belmont Yacht Club
3600 N Recreation Dr, Chicago, IL 60613
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Lake Calumet Boat and Gun Club
824 E 138th St, Chicago, IL 60827-1525
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Belmont Harbor
Chicago, IL 60657
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Monroe Harbor Tender Service
400 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603-6403
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River City Marina
900 S Wells St, Chicago, IL 60607
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Jackson Park Outer Harbor
6400 S Coast Guard Dr, Chicago, IL 60649
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Jackson Park Inner Harbor
Chicago, IL 60637
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67th/South Shore
Chicago, IL
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Riverside Walkway
Chicago, IL
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What is the difference between transient and seasonal slips?
Transient slips are rented on a short-term basis, usually by the night or week, for boaters traveling through an area. Seasonal slips are leased for several months or a full year, giving local boaters a dedicated home port. Availability for transient docking often depends on peak holiday demand and advance reservations.
What services are typically included in dockage fees?
Basic slip rentals usually include water access and secure tie-ups, while electricity may be billed separately or metered based on consumption. Full-service marinas often include Wi-Fi, pump-out access, and shower facilities, whereas basic boat docks may only provide a place to tie off.
How much does it cost to keep a boat at a marina?
Pricing is typically calculated per foot of the vessel, measured by length overall. Transient rates often range from $2 to $5 per foot per night, while seasonal leases can cost anywhere from several hundred to several thousand dollars depending on the region and included amenities.