Reviews from Jon Blacklock (8)

Anchorage Review for Grand Bois

Reviewed by: Jon Blacklock on Nov 14, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 42'
Draft: 3.5'

Saw 7' or more all the way in. Some protection from NE to SE winds. Very little effect from passing tow wakes if you go back deep in the channel. Good hold in mud. Good stop and peaceful night

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Free Dock Review for Mount Vernon Town Dock

Reviewed by: Jon Blacklock on May 22, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 42'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 1

Visited on May 22, 2023. There is no dock here. The padeyes are visible so the city may replace it later in the season

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Marina Review for Cherokee Steak House and Marina

Reviewed by: Jon Blacklock on May 9, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 42'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

An iconic stop on the Cumberland under serious refit. New restaurant scheduled to open 5/20/23. Owners are serious about turning this back into the happening spot. Skinny water (5') on approach to fuel dock and transient slips. Great palapa bar and super people. Lots of characters at the RV park too.

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Marina Review for Riverwalk Marina

Reviewed by: Jon Blacklock on Nov 17, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 42'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

Kept boat here for 5 months. Steve is a really nice guy and runs a relaxed atmosphere marina. No bath or shower facilities but well protected transient docks. The restaurant on site is a local favorite and can be pretty lively at times. Call ahead and leave a message. He'll get back to you.

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Marina Review for Kingfisher Bay Marina

Reviewed by: Jon Blacklock on May 16, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 42'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

Excellent stay. This was second time for me at Kingfisher. Left boat for 2 months in covered slip. Super friendly and helpful folks. Easy walk into town but also a courtesy car available. Nice modern docks. Reasonable rates

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Marina Review for Grand Mariner Marina & Restaurant

Reviewed by: Jon Blacklock on Mar 13, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 42'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

Had a great experience at Grand Mariner. A relatively small marina so check ahead of time. We stayed along side the main pier, it was well protected except if strong winds out of the north. We were right on the channel but the traffic was mostly respectful of the no wake zone. The restaurant on sight is excellent worth going to even if you don't stay here. Had my boat pulled and bottom job done. Good work.

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Marina Review for Pickwick Landing State Park Marina

Reviewed by: Jon Blacklock on Nov 7, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 42'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 4

Nice stay particularly if you lock through late at Pickwick. Newer 40' finger docks. We didn't have water because they had winterized. If you need a ride or anything delivered call The Happy Hippy 731-727-5077. He's a nice guy that is eager to please

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Marina Review for Fisherdale Marina & Yacht Club-PRIVATE

Reviewed by: Jon Blacklock on Nov 7, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 42'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 4

This is a private marina but they do accept transients. Great little restaurant and bar with super nice owners and locals. The entry is very tight and shallow at winter pool but if you can get in it's a nice stop.

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