Reviews: Picton Marina and Harbour

Reviewed by: Geoff Hadrill , Windrift, on Aug 20, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 42'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 1

I was the cruise director for 10 boats visiting Picton for 3 days in August. We had boats at the marina , Harbour Inn and yacht club. The Inn and club were excellent. The marina was unacceptable. The worst I've experienced. It's simply unserviced docks, 90% are 21 ft fingers. Ice machine was broken, staff had no VHF radio as it fell in the water a month ago, no attendant after 4, closed Wednesdays and no fuel or pumpout while I was there. Washroom with shower was in an industrial building across a field. The phone was never answered in the 3 months I dealt with them and email replies were 2-3 days. Market rate is $2 per foot and these robbers are charging $1.80!! Avoid it!

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Reviewed by: G. Jay Nelson , Pegasus, on Aug 6, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 44'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 3

Picton Marina and Harbour, or PEC Marina (Prince Edward County Marina) is a new marina and is still working out the kinks. We tried calling the marina several times, and then tried to raise the marina on VHF channel 68, but there was no response. When we came into the marina, we spotted CJ, the owner of the marina, on the fuel dock. CJ is very friendly and helped us get settled on their T-head dock. CJ was in a remarkably good spirits even though on that particular day his phones were not working, and he accidently dropped his VHF radio in the creek, which explained why we could not reach the marina. The docks are new, well-maintained aluminum, but the power/water pedestals are not operational just yet. CJ said he hopes to have them connected by the end of the 2024 season. He also talked about his plans to further extend the marina up the creek. This will likely become a very popular marina with Loopers after CJ finishes installing the power on the docks.
The marina has very good access from Picton Harbor with 14-16 feet of water to the docks. The current docks easily accommodate boats in the 30-38+ foot range, and the T-heads on both ends of the marina can accommodate 50-60 footers. CJ's future plans include larger slips along a boardwalk to accommodate transit boaters. We did not use the restrooms or showers, so we cannot comment on their condition. The grounds are very pet friendly.
The marina is just three blocks from downtown Picton. There are a variety of shops and restaurants all within easy walking distance. We would definitely stay at this marina again.

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Reviewed by: Douglas Morrow , Ripple, on Jul 12, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 3

Beautiful brand new dock however electric and water is not available. Picturesque setting with picnic tables. Restrooms adequate but not as clean as they could be especially the one attached to the office. Town is walking distance up a hill with lots of restaurants to choose from.

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Reviewed by: Henry Averns on Jul 15, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 22'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 3

Brand new docks, with easy docking, power etc. Great location... 2 minute walk to the main shopping street of Picton which has several excellent restaurants. The marina is let down by poorly cleaned washroom and showers.

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Reviewed by: Linda McCormick on May 3, 2020
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 3

Very protected and quiet dock. Minimal service - washrooms and showers. Within walking distance of groceries and liquor store. If you have bikes, the roads and trails let you explore Prince Edward Wine country.

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