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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Boston Yacht Haven Inn & Marina
87 Commercial Wharf, Boston, MA 02110
8am - 6pm Daily
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Orient Heights Yacht Club
61 Bayswater St, Boston, MA 02128
Mon 12pm – 10pm, Sat 12pm – 10pm, Sun 8am – 10pm
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Rowes Wharf Gate B Pier 8
50 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02110-3612
Monday to Saturday: 9am – 9pm, Sundays: 10am – 6pm
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Port Norfolk Yacht Club
179 Walnut St, Boston, MA 02122-3619
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Boston Waterboat Marina
66 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110
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South Boston Yacht Club
1849 Columbia Rd, Boston, MA 02127
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Boston Bay Marina
84 Condor St, Boston, MA 02128
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Boston Sailing Center
54 Lewis Wharf, Boston, MA 02110
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Columbia Yacht Club
1825 Columbia Rd, Boston, MA 02127-4375
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The Marina at Rowes Wharf
50 Rowes Wharf, Boston, MA 02110
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Boston Harbor Yacht Club
1805 Columbia Rd, Boston, MA 02127-4375
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India Wharf Marina
E India Row, Boston, MA 02110
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Fox Point Pavilion and Boat Dock
Boston, MA 02125
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Rowes Wharf
Boston, MA 02110
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Boston Harbor Sailing Club
11 North Sq, Boston, MA 02113-2405
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Sea & Surf Anglers Club of Boston
136 Warren St, Boston, MA 02119-3229
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50 Rowes Wharf
50 Rowes Wharf, Boston, MA 02110-3230
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Commercial Wharf
N Commercial Wharf, Boston, MA 02110
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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.