Boaters who make the trek south can face some unique challenges – challenges which can usually be overcome with the help of experience, due diligence, technology, and the boating community. That said, if weather or mechanical issues (for starters) cause a change of course, an understanding marina makes a huge difference to a cruiser’s peace of mind. In this post we highlight Northeast, Chesapeake, ICW and Florida marinas who know cruisers can't always stick to a strict schedule, and are happy to accommodate you regardless. (Skip to the list.)
Below we've listed all the marinas on the east coast – and there are a ton – who abide by the same cancellation policy – a policy which allows boaters to book slips or moorings risk-free during the hectic migration south.
The policy:
In the event of any cancellation, 100% refund will be provided, so long as boater notifies marina of cancellation. No-shows may be subject to loss of one night's deposit, subject to the discretion of the marina.
It's as simple as that: Be a good customer and let the marina know if you think you're not going to make it, so that the business can fill the spot and help other boaters in need of dockage.
Fun fact: Dockwa itself doesn't have a cancellation policy – each of your reservations' cancellation policies is always that of the marina.
You can view any marina's cancellation policy at any time by visiting its marina profile in the Dockwa app or on dockwa.com.
Jump to: Maine | Massachusetts | Rhode Island | Connecticut | New York | New Jersey | Maryland | Virginia | North Carolina | South Carolina | Georgia | Florida | Bahamas
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| Marina Page | View harbor details on Marinas.com |
|---|---|
| Quincy | |
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Battleship Cove Marina (pictured above) |
Fall River |
| Chatham | |
| Boston | |
| North Weymouth | |
| Chatham | |
| New Bedford | |
| East Boston | |
| Marion | |
| Onset | |
| Cataumet | |
| Westport Point | |
| Boston |
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| Marina Page | View harbor details on Marinas.com |
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| Casey's Marina | Newport |
| Jamestown Boatyard | Jamestown |
| Sakonnet Point Marina | Little Compton |
| The Marina at Rhode Island Mooring Services | North Kingstown |
| Wickford Marina (pictured above) | North Kingstown |
| Ida Lewis Yacht Club | Newport |
| Pirate Cove Marina | Portsmouth |
| Payne's Dock | Block Island |
| Wickford Yacht Club | North Kingstown |
| Newport Yacht Club | Newport |
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| Marina Page | View harbor details on Marinas.com |
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| Navy Point Marine | Sackets Harbor |
| River Edge Mansion B&B Docks | |
| Atlantic Marina LLC | |
| Larchmont Yacht Club | Larchmount |
| Rondout Yacht Basin | Connelly |
| Port Jefferson Yacht Club | Port Jefferson |
| Lighthouse Marina | Aquebogue |
| Britannia Yachting Center | Northport |
| Westlake Marina | Montauk |
| Cutchogue Harbor Marina | Cutchogue |
| Fair Point Marina | Fair Haven |
| Schoolhouse Creek Marina | New Suffolk |
| Patsy's Bay Marina | Stony Point |
| Fishers Island Yacht Club | Fishers Island |
| Haverstraw Marina | West Haverstraw |
| Oyster Bay Marine Center (pictured above) | Oyster Bay |
| Hidden Harbor Yacht Club | Port Ewen |
View all New York marinas on Dockwa. You can also explore the New York region on Marinas.com.
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| Marina Page | View harbor details on Marinas.com |
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| Green Cove Marina | Brick |
| Bridge Marina | Lake Hoptacong |
| Bahrs Landing Marina | Highlands |
| Irwin Marine (pictured above) | Red Bank |
| The Marina at Southwinds | Forked River |
| Baker's Marina On The Bay | Highlands |
| Greenwich Boat Works & Marina | Greenwich |
| Atlantis Yacht Club | Monmouth Beach |
| Golden Nugget Farley State Marina | Atlantic City |
| Hoffman's Marina | Brielle |
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Okay folks: trying to link to more than a hundred snowbird-friendly marinas just seems silly. We'll keep working on it, but we do have other things to focus on this week (click here for Hurricane Irma and Hurricane Maria marina status updates).
Luckily, it's easy to view all Maryland marinas on Dockwa. You can also explore the Maryland region on Marinas.com. While you're at it, download the free iOS and Android app here.
Special shout-out to Wharf Gangplank Marina, holding down the fort! Keep on keepin' on.
View DC harbor on Marinas.com.
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View Virginia marinas on Dockwa and Marinas.com.
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Explore North Carolina on Dockwa and on Marinas.com.
South Carolina Marinas
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| Marina Page | View harbor details on Marinas.com |
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| Myrtle Beach Yacht Club | Little River |
| Port Royal Landing Marina | Port Royal |
| Bohicket Marina | Johns Island |
| Windmill Harbour Marina | Hilton Head |
| Dataw Island Marina | Dataw Island |
Explore South Carolina marinas on Dockwa and Marinas.com.
Georgia Marinas
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| Marina Page | View harbor details on Marinas.com |
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| Delegal Creek Marina (pictured above) | Savannah |
| Port of Kingston Marina | Kingston |
| Jekyll Island Marina | Jekyll Island |
| Brunswick Landing Marina | Brunswick |
| Isle Of Hope Marina | Savannah |
| Thunderbolt Marine | Savannah |
View Georgia marinas on Dockwa and Marinas.com.
Florida Marinas
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You know the drill: Explore Florida marinas on Dockwa and Marinas.com.
Bahamas Marinas
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| Marina Page | View harbor details on Marinas.com |
|---|---|
| Old Bahama Bay Marina | West End |
| Great Harbour Cay Marina | Great Harbour Cay |
| Bimini Sands Resort & Marina | South Bimini |
| Port Lucaya Marina | Freeport |
| Ocean Reef Yacht Club & Resort | Freeport Lucaya |
| Green Turtle Club Marina (pictured above) | North Abaco |
| Man-O-War Marina | Abaco |
| Flamingo Bay Hotel & Marina | Freeport |
| Bluff House Marina | Abaco |
| Davis Harbour Marina | Eleuthera |
| Grand Bahama Yacht Club | Freeport |
Last but not least: Check out the marinas of the Bahamas on Dockwa and Marinas.com!
Thanks again to all the marinas who keep things flexible for boaters, so that captains aren't putting themselves at risk trying to keep on schedule or losing funds due to inclement weather. Thanks to the boaters who keep in good contact with marinas so they can best manage your arrival or delay.
Happy Snowbirding!
Post by Becky at Dockwa
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