Reviews: Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Nov 19, 2024
LOA: 57'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 4

Great location, friendly and helpful experienced staff, good quality docks, good power and water. Restrooms need updating, and the outside dock is exposed to strong westerly winds.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Nov 19, 2024
LOA: 46'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Great marina in a great town! Been there several times, definitely coming back!

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Nov 18, 2024
LOA: 29'
Draft: 2.0'

Rating: 5

Great service, great location, can’t wait to be back.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Nov 18, 2024
LOA: 45'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 5

Beautiful and well maintained marina and facilities! Dock master and staff are very efficient, knowledgeable, and courteous. Will definitely make it a regular dockage!

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Nov 17, 2024
LOA: 45'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 5

Our favorite stop on the east coast. Excellent facilities and staff and super convenient to downtown Fernandina which is incredible. .

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Nov 17, 2024
LOA: 45'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Good help with lines and fuel. Clean baths and showers. Close to town.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Nov 15, 2024
LOA: 46'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

We are a yacht delivery, man and wife team and will always stop here if possible. We’ve always received great, friendly help and the location is awesome.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Nov 14, 2024
LOA: 40'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Very easy to dock

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Nov 11, 2024
LOA: 44'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

A wonderful place to stay! Great location and facilities, with a capable and friendly staff.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Nov 7, 2024
LOA: 48'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Rob was super helpful as we were arriving after closure with detailed instructions. The fuel/dock hands were also very helpful the following day to move us off the fuel dock to a slip. Everyone very friendly!

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Nov 5, 2024
LOA: 44'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Always a great stay. The staff is wonderful, the marina is always clean and the town is adorable!

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Nov 4, 2024
LOA: 85'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 5

Great facility, nice people, everything you could want in a transient spot. Great town too!

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Nov 4, 2024
LOA: 40'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Great experience! Marina staff was excellent. Rob and Joe went above and beyond to help us! Thanks for a great stay. Will be back!

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Nov 2, 2024
LOA: 50'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

Always a favorite stop - great staff, great location.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Nov 1, 2024
LOA: 38'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 5

Crew was very hard working and eager to please.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Oct 29, 2024
LOA: 50'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

Really great marina. Modern and new. The Staff that greets you, very professional and helpful. And the town is right there with lots of fun things to do.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Oct 28, 2024
LOA: 35'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 5

We had a great time. The staff was very helpful and friendly. Recommended restaurants, bars and entertainment. The facility was beautiful. Located downtown, which made it easy to get to all the shopping, restaurants, and bars.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Oct 27, 2024
LOA: 25'
Draft: 2.0'

Rating: 5

Great experience!

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Oct 26, 2024
LOA: 44'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Great staff, great place. It’s our second time and we love it.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Oct 26, 2024
LOA: 72'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 5

Skip and Corey greeted us with ease. Grabbed lines, handed us a bag of goodies, gave us instructions. Friendly and professional. Cathy rocked in the office. Thank you!!

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Oct 25, 2024
LOA: 46'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

You cannot go wrong staying at the marina. Every Single Dockhand is incredibly helpful and friendly. Honestly, these guys don’t miss a beat! We stayed here for hurricane Milton and were very secure and, in my opinion, in THE BEST slip (Dock D, north side gangplank). The docks are in impeccable condition & every cleat was secure on the dock.

The crew was so accommodating post the hurricane and allowed us an extra week when the opportunity to travel south was stalled due to damage at the marinas south of here. All-in-all, we were on the dock for a total of 14 days (our longest time on a dock in season). The community surrounding this marina was so supportive during this weather event! Couldn’t imagine being in another local for the storm. We will definitely be back again!

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Oct 22, 2024
LOA: 44'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Dockhand Joe did a excellent job, very windy at the pumpout station so he offered to use the pumpout boat, very professional!

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Oct 21, 2024
LOA: 49'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

Been here nearly a dozen times. Dock hands are excellent, friendly and very helpful.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Oct 15, 2024
LOA: 44'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

Great staff and nice location. Thank you Joe and Charlie!

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Oct 14, 2024
LOA: 110'
Draft: 7.0'

Rating: 5

Nice Staff... Easy access... good draft... Services and restaurants close by.

Real.capt!!!
M/Y 110.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Oct 6, 2024
LOA: 60'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

Gentleman with the long hair that I think is Joe was very helpful! Great staff!!

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Sep 26, 2024
LOA: 33'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 5

Excellent services from all personnel
Nice facilities and lounge

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Sep 26, 2024
LOA: 24'
Draft: 2.0'

Rating: 5

Wonderful experience as this was my first time using Snag-A-Slip as well as docking at the Fernandina Marina. 5 stars all around and we are looking forward to the next time we will visit.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Sep 25, 2024
LOA: 130'
Draft: 7.0'

Rating: 5

Nice Marina with friendly professional staff

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Sep 22, 2024
LOA: 49'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

Another great stay. Responsive staff for docking and during the stay. Docks and facilities are in great shape. What's not to like? We will be back again...

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Sep 22, 2024
LOA: 48'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

Always welcoming, always clean, always the marina I shoot for in my travels.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Sep 17, 2024
LOA: 22'
Draft: 2.0'

Rating: 5

From my first call to docking was a great experience. We have enjoyed staying as a stopover for over 15 years now. Great staff and always upping their facility. First class.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Sep 15, 2024
LOA: 44'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Great people and great place. Rob and Joe were fantastic resources.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Sep 10, 2024
LOA: 43'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 5

Staff was extremely friendly and helpful.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Sep 8, 2024
LOA: 34'
Draft: 2.0'

Rating: 5

Great service, friendly people, excellent location.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Sep 3, 2024
LOA: 16'
Draft: 1.0'

Rating: 5

I have been here several times and I am always treated well and with respect. Great place with nice facilities. Plus it’s right in the middle of all the best activities the town has to offer.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Sep 3, 2024
LOA: 24'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 5

Fernandina Harbor Marina was a great place.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Sep 2, 2024
LOA: 65'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

Staff at the marina was great. Facility was in tip top shape.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Sep 1, 2024
LOA: 35'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 5

Great crew to tie us off… no issues at all.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Aug 29, 2024
LOA: 80'
Draft: 7.0'

Rating: 5

Very professional staff, friendly and helpful. Close to the epicenter of the beautiful town of St. Augustine. Fuel is very accessible, and marina is close to the inlet, easy to come & go!

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Aug 27, 2024
LOA: 45'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

Clean with great staff.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Aug 26, 2024
LOA: 24'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 5

My third stay. Will do it again for sure. No complaints at all. Sorry I didn’t have any cash on me to tip the dock hand.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Aug 25, 2024
LOA: 136'
Draft: 7.0'

Rating: 5

Great dock, floating, solid shore power, newer faciality, and great staff! Easy approach and very close to the town district!!

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Aug 21, 2024
LOA: 56'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 3

We were not excited that our transient slip was on the outside of the fuel dock, exposed to waves and wakes. The added insult was that the marina allows access to the General Public, so we had a constant stream of people coming by and peering into our boat. We didn't know we were paying all that money to enter into a boat show. Not impressed.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Aug 19, 2024
LOA: 26'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 5

All the staff was very helpful and very nice.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Aug 14, 2024
LOA: 68'
Draft: 8.0'

Rating: 5

Came in for one night on the way to Charleston, SC. Really enjoyed the facilities, the staff was amazing and super friendly. Would definitely come again but we would like to stay a little longer and see all the sites next time!

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Aug 12, 2024
LOA: 30'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 5

First class and couldn't as for any better. Can't wait to return!

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Aug 12, 2024
LOA: 40'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

Great dock crew and wonderful city just across the street.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Aug 8, 2024
LOA: 50'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Always a great stay. Staff is excellent and very customer orientated.

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Reviewed by: Melissa Gotfredson on Aug 7, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 60'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

Stayed on the inside of the face dock and was very comfortable. Only one night as we were traveling north. Great staff and super cool downtown. Will be back.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Aug 7, 2024
LOA: 40'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 2

Heads and showers are gross. Staff was very good. Fuel price not competitive.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Aug 6, 2024
LOA: 50'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 2

The GFI breaker Won't hold- try to reset But still wont-work. The folks at the Marina said it was the GFI breaker name if they knew that the breaker wouldn't hold. Why haven't they fixed the problem? This will be our 3rd day with no power.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Aug 4, 2024
LOA: 40'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Super nice and helpful staff. Great spot.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Jul 29, 2024
LOA: 26'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 5

Enjoyed the stay.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Jul 29, 2024
LOA: 52'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Very nice marina with a helpful staff. Close to many fine restaurants and shops.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Jul 29, 2024
LOA: 22'
Draft: 2.0'

Rating: 5

It was easy and safe place to stay.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Jul 25, 2024
LOA: 30'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 5

As I pulled in, after running aground in the middle of the channel in the Amelia river, I was greeted by Rob and handed a bag with a local map and magazine. Over my 5 day stay i was able to get a dental repair done and the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. They were there to handle dock lines and anything else needed. The showers and restrooms were clean, laundry facility was in great shape. Easy uber to the grocery store and the downtown of Fernandina was quaint and delightful. Even though on the ICW, the marina is a no wake zone and quiet at night.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Jul 25, 2024
LOA: 31'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 5

Great staff and facility.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Jul 24, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 43'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

Staff is very friendly and helpful. Close access to downtown area. Grocery access is about 3 miles away.

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Review for Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor

Reviewed by: A Snag-A-Slip User on Jul 24, 2024
LOA: 42'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Excellent staff. Three dock hands helped us in. Super helpful taking time to recommend local spots to eat. Very nice new floating dock.

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Reviewed by: Tim Vandersall , Wilma May, on Jun 7, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 40'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 3

Nice docks with very helpful dockhands. Very convenient to town and numerous shops and restaurants. But very pricey. Showers and RR's Ok but not great. Current was strong but manageable when we arrived. Pretty busy public dock, but fairly calm where we wer on the inside.

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Reviewed by: Brad Valdyke on May 27, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 60'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

Staff was great on arrival, and offered to help departure. Open public dock, sunset watchers appreciating the boats. Bathrooms secure, but crowded in the moring. Would be nice to have a single bathroom available without a shower. On the outer dock be prepared to spring-off when winds are blowing.

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Reviewed by: David Waugh , Winds of Change, on May 18, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 4

The staff and location are great. The floating dock was in good shape except the end of E dock (where we were moored). The corner is damage with a 6 inch or more piece of metal sticking out into the approach lane. Same issue existed when we visited in November. Bathrooms are in need of a serious refresh and were surprisingly dirty this time.

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Reviewed by: D. Jenkins on May 18, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 31'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 5

Fernandina Harbor Marina was an excellent stop for us, wish we had factored in multiple days. Plenty of depth, great dock personnel, and communications with the office was seamless. You can't beat the location, walk across the street and you are in the historical downtown with tons of shops, restaurants, etc Publix and Walmart 2 miles away. The floating face docks are new and in great shape. Captain's lounge, and shower/head facility are secure and worked out great. On our next trip, we will plan to stay multiple days.

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Reviewed by: Teresa Scott on May 6, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 40'
Draft: 5.5'

Rating: 4

Stayed here on a mooring. Some of the moorings were not usable because of condition and boats anchored in the mooring field. Strong currents.
Great town and we happened to be there for the big shrimp festival which was fun.

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Reviewed by: Richard Lewis , Sea-Quel, on Apr 20, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 56'
Draft: 4.5'

Rating: 5

Excellent marina and staff. Bathrooms dated. Great location for restaurants and activities. Loved our stay. Wish we had stayed longer. A little current but manageable. We will be back.

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Reviewed by: Karen Wyscarver on Apr 6, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 38'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

We loved our stay here. Which was extended due to engine issues. It is right in town. The staff is super helpful, super nice. Yes, there is a mill that makes some noise, which faded away after a bit. Bathrooms were great. Laundry is pricier than some but worked great. Totally recommend this marina.

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Reviewed by: Capt Maria Langer , Do It Now, on Feb 24, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 32'
Draft: 2.5'

Rating: 4

This was my second stay at Oasis Fernandina Beach and this time, I stayed before the March 1 seasonal price hikes kick in. (They apparently raise their prices just in time for the Loopers coming through.) At $2.50/foot, its a little high for my budget but doable. They put me on the inside of the fuel dock, which turned out to be a good thing since they're dredging on the south side of the marina where the very long docks are. The marina has reasonably nice private restrooms with showers, a laundry facility ($2.50 for wash, $2.50 for dry), and good dock hands to help you in if you need it. The one thing Oasis Marinas do that really bugs me is giving out "welcome bags" that consist of logo tote bags with the corporate magazine and logo giveaways like a can cozy, lip balm, floating key chain, and eyeglass cleaner. (How about skipping the junk bag and giving me my 30 amp power for free?) The absolute best thing about this marina is its proximity to downtown Fernandina Beach, which has lots of really nice little shops and restaurants. You can get Uber (but maybe not Lyft; I had no luck) to various shopping for provisioning. The Atlantic Ocean Beach is a long but doable walk or bike ride due east. On my previous stay, I'd been bothered by a lot of noise coming out of some sort of industrial facility south of the marina, but it was quiet during this weekday stay. One weird thing was the arrival of an American Cruise Lines cruise ship just after dark; it loomed across the dock from me but was quiet enough. Another arrived in the morning. Apparently, they start two of their cruises from Fernandina Beach this time of year. In summary, I enjoyed this stay, which I used primarily to do laundry and shopping and visit an eye doctor. I did get time to walk around the town, which I really like. I recommend the marina, but not at their much higher in season rate.

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Reviewed by: Captain Gene Of Galene on Nov 9, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 4

11 8 2023 New rate is $3' Diesel available but not gas at this time. Bigger boater lounge now as small museum has been converted into boaters lounge. Good help with docking. Any W component winds would be a concern here on outside dock. We like this town. Be careful if you come in at low tide and go inside it gets shallow. Mooring are available. Dock Pump out working. Nice town with numerous eating establishments. Washrooms and showers are clean. They respond to radio, help you dock and get set up.

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Reviewed by: David Mann , Now or Never, on Oct 25, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 44'
Draft: 4.7'

Rating: 4

Convenient location on a popular island. Many places to visit and most are close to the marina. Strong docks and the associated equipment is all in good shape. Baths, showers and lounge are nearby and are minimally equipped. Friendly approachable staff.

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Reviewed by: Gary Miller on Oct 19, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 76'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

Top flite marina, concrete wide docks, 20' water on outside docks, good power, good H2O, staff is good, price a little high but good stop, great town.

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Reviewed by: Sandy Lapp , Just Lookin, on Oct 7, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 53'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

Wonderful Marina. We arrived after a rough passage on the Atlantic, the dock hands were super nice and helpful. Got us into a slip on the inside mid way on their long dock. It's a side tie on a really nice floating dock. The bathrooms and laundry were clean. The best part is you are right on the edge of Main Street Fernandina. There are great restaurants and cute shops everywhere. We needed a little work done on our generator while we were there. The marina recommended to us a fantastic mechanic who got us on our way in no time.

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Reviewed by: Jeffrey Womack , SV Mischievous Mermaid, on Jul 19, 2023
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 44'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 4

Grabbed a ball overnight between St. Augustine and Savannah. Marina is in an industrial area & current rips. Good deep water & well marked channels between the Atlantic and the marina. Didn't see anything of the town besides the marina.

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Reviewed by: Lisa Vidor on Jun 18, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 42'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 3

The marina was nice, mooring balls were good. They would pick you up from your boat. Town was nice and close. Didn't love the Paper Mill smell.

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Reviewed by: Susan Troutman on May 5, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 50'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 4

This was our second stay here. The big attraction is being right downtown. The dock is well maintained. Staff is helpful.The Staff cannot stop the local Sunday afternoon promenade as it is a public dock but it did not feel unsafe in any way but a surprise for us. We were on the outside and had a bumpy night with a southerly wind blowing 15-20 mph. It would be fine with wind from the east. The factories do run through the night

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Reviewed by: Janet Gannon on Apr 20, 2023
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 37'
Draft: 5.5'

Rating: 3

The marina is wonderful. The moorings, not so much. The pennant drooped below the ball and for the first time I remember it took two of us to pick it up. It was covered in growth and had some minor chafe. I would only use it in settled weather. For a professionally maintained marina, this is disappointing.

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Reviewed by: Linda McCormick on Mar 28, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 3

A nice stop in good weather with lots of shops and restaurants close by. It is a long walk to shore for dogs.

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Reviewed by: Capt Maria Langer , Do It Now, on Mar 4, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 32'
Draft: 2.5'

Rating: 3

The docks are in very good shape, but they are very long. I was parked at the far end of E dock and had a 298-step walk (yes, I counted it) to shore. It's probably another 300 steps from there to the rest rooms, laundry room, and lounge.

The marina -- or at least my spot at the marina -- was completely unprotected from winds from the south. I came to the marina to wait out some weather, which included high winds. Although I was tied securely along the dock, the waves coming in at the back of my boat splashed against the swim platform, came over my dinghy (attached on edge with weaver davits) and soaked my swim platform, rear deck, and rear windows. The rocking motion was so bad that I could not sit at my table to read or work on my computer; I had to lie down and watch TV. My neighbors on the other side of the dock actually spent the afternoon in the lounge on land. I definitely picked the wrong place to wait out this windstorm. But it could have been worse: I could have been in the mooring field, which had whitecaps all afternoon.

Also on the minus side is the noise, which sounds like boulders rolling through a metal channel, coming from the factory just south of the marina. This goes on until after dark on weeknights; it was quiet on Saturday. I don't know what they're making at the factory, but its smokestacks never stopped smoking and my boat was covered with a fine black dust by the second day.

And there's a train that goes by a few times a day.

The marina rate had gone up from $2.50/foot/night to $3.00/foot/night the day before I arrived, so my stay cost more than $50 than I expected it to. Shore power costs extra.

On the plus side, the marina is located within walking distance of a very nice town with plenty of shops and restaurants. There was a car show on the Friday of my stay and lots of people walking around town. There's a farmer's market in town on Saturday mornings. It was nice to buy locally grown fruits and vegetables, fresh seafood, and baked goods. There's a restaurant right at the marina that offers inside and outside seating. There are a lot of tourists walking the docks during the day, especially around sunset.

The place is pet friendly and I got a lot of exercise just taking my dogs to the closest patch of grass.

Given the long docks, inadequate protection from wind and waves, and noise, I don't think this marina is worth what they're currently charging. Location near town is really the only thing it has going for it.

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Reviewed by: Xiaolun Sun , Anodyne , on Mar 4, 2023
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 32'
Draft: 4.5'

Rating: 3

Our second stay on a mooring in three months. Staff was still wonderful, as were the facilities. However, it took us three tries to find a mooring ball with working attachment. There were very few boats on the mooring and we saw at least two boats anchored in the mooring field.

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Reviewed by: Janet Gannon on Jan 19, 2023
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 37'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 5

Really nice docks, excellent staff. Right in town. Laundry is $5, the dock office has quarters. Good showers. The moorings are first come first serve FYI, no reservations.

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Reviewed by: Xiaolun Sun , Anodyne , on Dec 17, 2022
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 32'
Draft: 4.5'

Rating: 4

Staff was friendly and helpful. There was a lounge, which we'd been missing after the Chesapeake Bay. We were surprised by the industrial look by the mooring field, but the city was pretty with good restaurants.

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Reviewed by: Debbie Cherkas on Nov 21, 2022
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 41'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 3

If needing fuel the dock has been closed for 2 months. Also the laundry room is closed at this time.

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Reviewed by: Jill Terrell on Jul 21, 2022
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 50'
Draft: 8.0'

Rating: 5

We stayed here for a week at the end of April. I couldn't say enough about how friendly the staff is. They go out of their way to help you with anything they can. The restrooms are all updated and very clean. The docks are very well maintained. You are right in the heart of the beautiful downtown. The only thing is there are a couple plants nearby that do not always smell the best. This isn't their fault just something to mention. Super dog friendly as well which is a big plus in our opinion.

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Reviewed by: Brad Valdyke on Jul 17, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 60'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

Great service and location! Face dock has easy approach & departure when wind/current favor, be ready to spring-off when wind/current oppose.

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Reviewed by: James Brace on Jun 6, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 40'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Great spot with easy dinghy access to marina.

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Reviewed by: William Parks on May 18, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 47'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 5

Great Service! Easy to reserve slip on phone, Josh at dock was especially helpful fueling, pumping out and docking. Best of all - he had treats for our dog who gave him a wag of approval!

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Reviewed by: Gena Olson on May 17, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 50'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

Easiest docking ever! Met by two smiling docklands, tied up on the face dock. Handed a packet of goodies and bathroom key at the dock. I asked if we could have 2 keys, and he pulled another one out of his pocket! The town was absolutely vibrant and busy. Great restaurants to choose from and four ice cream shops! Nhighly recommend.

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Reviewed by: Gary Miller on May 2, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 76'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

Terrific marina, a little pricey, great almost new docks concrete 10 foot wide, town is great, shrimp festival going on night we were there and quite active. 25' water at dock, great crew help to tie up etc. First class facility and town.

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Reviewed by: Judy Meehan on Apr 2, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 47'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 4

We anchored up Bell River and came in by dinghy. Until the marina finishes dredging I wouldn't tie up at their dinghy dock. We came back to our dinghy sitting down in the mud. Go on the E dockside. Still a great convenience.

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Reviewed by: Brian Wicks on Mar 25, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 27'
Draft: 2.0'

Rating: 3

Second stay was not great. The positive - due to weather we were able to extend for two night (not without the "it's doubtful comments that kept us on edge until they said they could keep us). Close to downtown shopping and great bars, restaurants. The negative - three boats that were on one electrical pedestal had issues. We were showing reverse polarity and spent two nights on the dock without shore power. The other two boats had problems as well - breakers tripping and even a mild shock. The marina,s stance was "there's nothing wrong with our dock, the problem is with your boat (I'm typing this from the dock on St Simons Island hooked up to shore power with no reverse polarity). it's not my boat. The staff was not as friendly as our first visit. The three days we were there the restrooms/showers had no hot water. The WiFi was spotty at best. This marina has done better and needs to get better. Start owning your problems!

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Reviewed by: Bret Butler , Lucy 2, on Mar 15, 2022
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 43'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 4

The dock hands were great and very helpful. We were on the face dock so some waves overnight. Cool little town to explore. Four stars because there were only two bathrooms and showers (they are working on a third) and they were not that nice, and were a long way from the dock. Definitely would be a nice $2/ft place.

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Reviewed by: Bill Kight , Cookie, on Mar 7, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 27'
Draft: 2.2'

Rating: 4

We stayed here the night of 2/20/2022.

Winds were moderate out of the north and we were placed on the outside dock. The waves during docking maneuvers were such that the bow thruster on my Ranger Tug 27 was momentarily out of the water. That has never happened before. We had planned all along to be off the boat during the day and that was fortunate because the boat rocked and rolled all day. Thankfully, the wind laid down that night and we had restful night.

The floating docks are new and of top-notch construction. The shore power and water functioned as expected. Dockhands were competent and experienced. Shower facilities are a bit of a walk, but are clean and well-done. There is zero security at the docks and the public can and does stroll right by your vessel.

The town is a short walk and is full of shops and restaurants. For supper, walk a few blocks farther from the main tourist area to "Ciao", an Italian restaurant that takes reservations. Food and service were excellent.

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Reviewed by: Captain Gene Of Galene on Jan 24, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 4

We like this town very much with the shops, restaurants, and interesting history. The mooring balls are still $25 per night. The fuel dock is finally operational after being out of commission for years. If they put you inside it is shallow at low tide especially at the entrance. The facilities are OK but could use some improvement. The rate of $2.5' for the existing marina facilities is disappointing for what you get and how far your have to walk but the town is well worth visiting. If your put on the outside of the dock wakes and winds are sometimes a concern. At this time due to some construction the dingy dock is not available so they put you up on another dock.

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Reviewed by: Brian Wicks on Jan 24, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 27'
Draft: 2.0'

Rating: 5

Easy docking with help of Greyson and Jonah. Great Welcome bag and nice amenities. Perfect location to walk to stores and restaurants. If on E dock note cannot leave at low tide as shallow

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Reviewed by: Robert Sherer on Jan 16, 2022
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 42'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 4

Docking is along one long facedock and the dockhands are good at their job. WiFi works if you're docked close to the dockhouse, not so good if you're farther down the dock. They have fuel and pump-out but the big attraction is the town of Fernandina Beach with lots of shops and restaurants to explore. On Saturdays, there's a farmers' market for fresh goods, but there's no nearby supermarket. If there's a strong west wind, you'll have to learn the Fernandina technique of getting off the dock, the dockhands will teach you.

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Reviewed by: Jeanne N , Telesto, on Dec 5, 2021
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 38'
Draft: 5.5'

Rating: 5

Great stopover in our way south. Easy inlet from the ocean. Floating docks, great staff and such a cute shopping town!

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Reviewed by: Bruce Krizmanic , S/V Inspiration, on Nov 10, 2021
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 39'
Draft: 4.7'

Rating: 5

Took refuge here during the Noreaster and the staff couldn't have been better. They took as many boats as they possibly could to ride out the storm. Docks are very new and well built. Location is awesome. Close to many restaurants and shops. Laundry and bathrooms were a little far away but not bad. The lounge and bathrooms flooded due to the elevated water levels so the floor was always wet. Staff were trying to keep with all of the cleanliness but it was an extreme weekend of weather issues. Overall a great place.

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Reviewed by: Jacqueline Meyer on Oct 26, 2021
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 36'
Draft: 5.5'

Rating: 4

Nicest docks I have ever seen. Bathroom far away and dumpy. Friendly, helpful staff. Excellent dock hands. Lots of restaurants and shops nearby. Biggest downside is that the docks are public, and all the locals and tourists like to walk the docks and look at our boats, and peep in our windows. No privacy here. Face docks, so windows are right next to where the public walks by.

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Reviewed by: Gary Miller on Oct 18, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 76'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

First class, a couple years old now. 15' wide concrete floating docks, 25' water on face dock at low tide. WIFI was excellent, good power and fresh water. Staff was nice, courteous and capable. Pricey but nice. Town is unique.

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Reviewed by: Scott Fjelstad , Sanctuary, on Sep 12, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 51'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

Had a great visit and Taylor, Joseph, Adam and the whole Team did an excellent job. The new docks and facilities are big upgrades and all are side ties. Had a 164 footer next to us. Job well done.

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Reviewed by: Mo Mo on Aug 16, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 52'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

Super nice facilities! Best location to explore this wonderful town! Highly recommend!

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Reviewed by: David Merchberger , Slo Pace, on Jul 8, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 40'
Draft: 3.8'

Rating: 4

Picked up a mooring for one night the end of March 2021. Nice mooring field with good equipment but a bit of a long and possible wet ride to the marina on the other side of the channel. Use the south entrance to the marina to get to the dinghy dock.

Didn't use the marina facilities much but the town looked kinda fun. Wish we could have spent more time exploring.

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Reviewed by: Bob H. on May 31, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 30'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 3

Disappointing. Dock crew were great but management seems short sided. We booked a month early with a group of 4 boats. We were put on end of center dock a mile away from others on inside of outer dock. We asked to be moved and were told not possible although spots remained open for the 3 nights we were there. Also Wi-fi is totally useless even standing at the dock masters office. I can not understand why they have not fixed this for many months. Restrooms out of toilet paper one morning. Horrible silting in needs attention but did not bother us but caused congestion and problems for day boats trying to stop in. Dinghy dock was high and dry at low tide.

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Reviewed by: Hubert Hopkins on May 26, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 42'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

The marina facilities and great customer service make this updated marina a must stop on the ICW. Now that they pump fuel, it's really one of the premier marina facilities on that section of the waterway. We really enjoyed our stay! Watch the shallow spots to the south.

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Reviewed by: Gary Miller on May 17, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 76'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

All redone after hurricane destroyed this marina. Absolutely first class and staff is great. Prices are quite high, restaurant is good, electric, water, etc. all new.

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Reviewed by: Paul Lawrance on May 15, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 53'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 4

Gas now available, manager states that they hope to be selling diesel starting the afternoon of Monday May 17. Will try and get the prices then.

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Reviewed by: Michael Loy , PACHIS, on May 9, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 47'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 4

ELECTRIC ISSUES:
New piers with ELCI-protected shore power. We take 2-30 amp cables via 50 amp splitter. After about 20 hours connected the shore breaker tripped. This has NEVER happened at the MANY other ELCI breakers we have used up and down the coast. Interestingly, at the trip and subsequent unsuccessful attempts, our REVERSE POLARITY LED'S were lit. Again, never before happened. An adjacent boat complained about trip after 3 1/2 successful hours.
It was unusual that the 50 amp 240volt SHORE ELCI when tripped, only interrupted ONE 120v LEG of the supply. The other 120v leg continued supply. It is my understanding that a normal 50 amp 240v ELCI should have interrupted both legs.
A Marina dockhand commented that there have been a multitude of reverse polarity and nuisance trips. Boats up and down the pier were running generators.

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Reviewed by: Ross Wiltse on Apr 23, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 40'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 5

The new docks are great, easy access to downtown. There is a shuttle for $1 that will take you around for stops at Publix and some other places which boaters can use. Facilities were in great shape. Dock hands were very good and friendly. We did have issues with the Wifi, cell coverage was great, so we used our hotspot. Good history, worth walking around town, for restaurants and old homes.

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Reviewed by: Heath Phillips , Philyria , on Apr 15, 2021
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 35'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 4

Mooring preferred. Depending on the wind you can smell the paper mill. Wakes weren’t as bad as expected and dinghy dock is free to those on a mooring. Mooring field is a very short dinghy ride to the docks.

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Reviewed by: Heath Phillips , Philyria , on Apr 15, 2021
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 35'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 5

One of my favorite stops. Great docks and great amenities. Showers are nice. There is so much to do in Fernandina Beach. Lots of history.

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Reviewed by: Robert Schmidt , Cygnus, on Apr 12, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 44'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 4

Great destination. Excellent new floating docks, really the best I have seen. Dock master called me in advance of arrival to work out docking instructions. Dockhands met us and helped get us into position, and hooked up shore power. Accommodated a late departure due to weather. Still no fuel as of 4/11/21, but looks really close to being ready. Only complaint is the non-functional WiFi internet. Not a question of signal strength. For part of the time we were there, we could see the WiFi signal, but couldn’t connect. Other times, no WiFi signal at all. I asked several times and was told that it was intermittent, but it never worked. Neighbors also could not connect. This is such a great facility, why can’t this get fixed?

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Reviewed by: Kathryn Cando , Lucky Dogs IV, on Mar 28, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 48'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Newly renovated. Re-opened January, 2021. Service was excellent, many restaurants close by from which to choose. Pumpout and fuel on the face dock as well as a Pumpout boat. $2.50 per linear foot for overnight. We very much enjoyed our 3 nights here.

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Reviewed by: Bruce Stewart , Escape, on Mar 24, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 42'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 4

The docks are fantastic, new and solid. If you can get on the inside to shield from wakes.

There is a saw mill to south and paper mill to north (smell and noise), also train tracks just to east (quite down at sun set)

Town is great.

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Reviewed by: Waterway Wanderers , New Bearings, on Feb 20, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 42'
Draft: 4.5'

Rating: 5

The marina staff was accommodating and well prepared. Jonah was available whenever we needed assistance. The marina is nearly new and well protected. We didn't feel the waves on the inside of the face dock. The town is directly across the street. It's adorable and attractive with an abundance of shops and restaurants. It was very clean and well maintained. It made up for the nearby industry that was overshadowing the beauty and tranquility of the area. We will definitely stop here again and probably try the mooring field next visit.

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Reviewed by: Rob Dare , Liberty Call , on Jan 28, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 46'
Draft: 4.5'

Rating: 5

The newly reopened docks are fantastic. Nicest dock we have tied up on in 5 years of traveling. Very wide walkway. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The town has lots of nice little shops and restaurants. No fuel yet but they has a great set up when they finish the repair.

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Reviewed by: Aaron Reignier on Jan 3, 2021
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 50'
Draft: 5.5'

Rating: 4

The marina moorings were open with quite a few available in late December, 2020. We got a mooring for one night & anchored north of the mooring field for several more days. The anchorage had great holding, we were able to ride out 45 knot winds from the west and didn't budge.
Although the fuel dock was not yet open (should be open by February 2021) we were able to get a pump out and fill the water tanks. The dock hands were very accommodating, friendly and helpful. The marina facilities (laundry and showers) are clean and pleasant and are included with the rental of a mooring ball. They also permit you to use their address to have mail delivered and were nice enough to bring our mail down from the office to us while we were filling the water tanks. The dinghy dock provided quick and easy access to down town. There was no Uber or Lyft services in Fernandina but we were able to get a reasonably priced taxi to and from the fort (Jason P. Sears/Lifestyle's Executive Transportation 904-335-0863). There are a lot of options as far as restaurants and bars and quite a few have very good live music which we always enjoy.
There is an Enterprise rental car that will pick you up and a small hardware store in walking distance from the dinghy dock.

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Reviewed by: Scott Rodgers , Muse, on Dec 27, 2020
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 44'
Draft: 5.5'

Rating: 5

Really nice harbor and town. Friendly staff, nice facilities, tons of restaurants nearby, overall great. We tied up on an inside dock and with 5.5 draft grounded on the way out in low tide (huge tidal flow there) but TowUS pulled us out and they were going to get that spot dredged.

Great restaurants, hardware store two blocks away, very friendly, kind and warm people in the area. Would go back.

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Reviewed by: Howard on Nov 19, 2020
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 58'
Draft: 4.5'

Rating: 3

Pretty unusual place. They still do not have fuel on their beautiful new docks. Pump out is available. If you are put on the face dock make sure the wind isn't strong out of North, West or South. It really kicks up and there are constant boat wakes too. We popped an Aere inflatable fender when a Viking when by. There is no usable wifi. Attendants are great and the town is wonderful with shops, bars and restaurants. Publix and Harris Teeters are a few Uber miles away.

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Reviewed by: James Halsey on Nov 15, 2020
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 44'
Draft: 4.5'

Rating: 5

We pulled in due to minor engine problems. Adam was very helpful as were all the staff. The marina is in excellent shape (minus no gas yet) and can now accommodate 200 ft boats and 70 mph winds.

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Reviewed by: Matt Claiborne, Cruising Editor on Feb 25, 2020
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 38'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 3

As of February 25, 2020, the marina moorings are still not open. There are several derelict moorings here, however, making anchoring challenging. There is room NW of the mooring field for a few boats to anchor. The shallow area south of the mooring field has several small local boats on private moorings/permanent anchors.

The dinghy dock at the marina is now open for $4/day.

Another anchorage option is north of the factory/paper mill, north of the ICW channel between R14 and R16. Use the Army Corp survey charts to find your way in between the two shallow spots, no less than 10'MLW. Good holding and wind protection from the south. No wake protection and strong current.

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Reviewed by: Matt Claiborne, Cruising Editor on Feb 25, 2020
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 38'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 4

Fernandina Harbor Marina is back in full operation with two exceptions: fuel is still not available, and the mooring field is unavailable. Work is on-going. The marina has a large dinghy/day dock on the south side now, dinghy dockage for anchored boats is $4/day. The brand new floating transient docks on the south side have a new layout that is perhaps more forgiving in the current...all slips are side-to. It still pays to arrive at slack current, of course. The town is as wonderful as it has always been and having the marina back is great news for the Waterway.

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Reviewed by: Rob Irvine on Feb 10, 2020
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 35'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

It's back in business! New docks. Very nice restaurant at the docks and downtown. Beautiful little town. The staff was very accommodating. I think you will be pleased with the new docks.

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Reviewed by: Tom Hale on Mar 21, 2019
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 38'
Draft: 4.3'

Rating: 1

We have stayed on these moorings many times over the years. Right now in 2019 the mooring field is closed and there is no shore access. The situation may change later in 2019. For now this is a non entity

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Reviewed by: Robert Sherer on Jul 1, 2018
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 42'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 4

It's a great town to enjoy, especially Peppers for a good Mexican dinner. The holding is excellent but you do swing with the reversing current. There is a dinghy dock for pet relief and exploring the town. The marina is not open as of 4/2018.

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Reviewed by: STEVEN SCHAPIRO , Kaixo, on Jun 13, 2018
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 27'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 1

USE MARINA MOORINGS; my boat drifted twice with strong currents and light wind. There is a reason so many boats have washed up on the surrounding shores.

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Reviewed by: Eddy Johnsen , Spiritus, on Mar 27, 2018
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 36'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 3

Although this marina suffered major hurricane damage in 2016, it is still open for business, albeit on a limited basis. Call to reserve one of their four lay-along docks or pick up a mooring ball and go enjoy this interesting, historic town. It has more great restaurants within walking distance of the marina than any town north of Miami! The Island Hopper Shuttle will take you to get provisions, do your banking, or even drop you off at the movies for only a buck! The marina staff is extremely knowledgeable and helpful.

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Reviewed by: Mark on May 23, 2017
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 40'
Draft: 5.5'

Rating: 1

The area is surrounded by loud industry that runs all night. Smells awful with a Southerly breeze. I believe it's a paper mill. Mooring field has scattered sunken/grounded boats. Beware of the wind vs current, the hard plastic mooring ball will bang against the hull for hours. Recommend dropping an anchor or finding a different location.

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Reviewed by: Andrew Skelton on Dec 13, 2016
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 43'
Draft: 5.5'

Rating: 3

Dinghy dockage is now available. It is located inside the fuel dock area, on the 3rd finger pier. There are small dinghy dock signs. Use caution in the currently defunct mooring field. Balls are still present and some yellow floats (debris? Mooring anchors?) A few sunken vessels still present. The town is great and despite what we heard, Uber does operate here.

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Reviewed by: Thomas Blaser on Jun 1, 2016

Rating: 1

At Fernandina Harbor Marina now – another $20 mooring. Nice staff. Long sturdy pennant.
Like St. Augustine, the Corps hasn't seen fit to post a minimum wake zone, but the Sheriff enforces an unposted no wake zone from marker 10 to 14. He actually told a slow moving catamaran with just a ripple to slow down!

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