Reviews from Klaas Koster (5)

Free Dock Review for Boomtown Casino

Reviewed by: Klaas Koster on Apr 21, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 43'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 3

This is the nearest place to Harvey lock where a recreational vessel can stay overnight. It is next to the parking lot for the casino, but it is clear that the casino does not see a dock as a potential way to attract clients. There are no tie down points on the rusty one foot wide bullhead that you can reach from the boat. You have to get on the bulkhead and feed your line through one of the few holes. To get to the casino you have to make a short jump from the bulkhead onto a levee overgrown with 6' weeds. The casino mows to the top of the levee, but not to the water edge. There are restrooms and a restaurant in the casino. The casino meticulously maintains its parking lot, so could with little additional cost make this a much better overnight stop.

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Marina Review for Shell Morgan Landing Inc.

Reviewed by: Klaas Koster on Apr 21, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 43'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 4

Convenient place to stop along the ICW. Rate has gone up to $35. There is water and 50 Amp power at the dock. A functional restroom with shower is also on site. We arrived after closing and left before opening, so didn't see any of the staff and settled up via email. This place shows up on Google Maps as Intracoastal City RV Lot & Dock.

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Marina Review for Golden Nugget Lake Charles Marina

Reviewed by: Klaas Koster on Apr 21, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 43'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 4

Dock is in great shape and has water and 50 Amp power. Overnight rate is high at $5/foot, unless you're used to peak Florida prices. You have to check in at the front desk of the hotel. We were told that we had access to the resort pool, so really enjoyed the lazy river! There are restrooms inside the enormous lobby area. Several restaurants are operated on site, but not all are open on any given night.

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Marina Review for Downtown Marina of Houma

Reviewed by: Klaas Koster on Apr 21, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 43'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 4

We stayed overnight on our trip from New Orleans to Houston. There aren't many places to stay overnight along the ICW. The dock is in great shape and has 50 Amp power, water, and pump out. During our stay the pump out actually didn't work, but it will be fixed. The dock sits along a small city park, nice and peaceful. There are no grocery stores or restaurants within easy walking distance. The immediate neighborhood seems fine, but a longer walk takes you through some rougher looking neighborhoods that are probably best avoided after dark. Uber is available, but there aren't many drivers in the area so you may have to pay for a higher service level.

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Marina Review for Pelican Pointe Marina

Reviewed by: Klaas Koster on Apr 21, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 43'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 4

We docked our Roamer 40 here in a covered slip for six weeks on the way from Florida to Texas. The marina staff is very friendly and helpful and kept an eye on the boat. The slip has water and 50 Amp power. There were no issues. You should note that entrance to the marine is VERY shallow, about 3 feet. There is a restroom and shower, but no money has been wasted on beautification. Slidell is 20 mins with Uber away and has all the usual big box stores. Marina rates are excellent.

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