Marina Review for Parc Delpha-Sauve

Reviewed by: Maryanne on May 31, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 38'
Draft: 1.2'

Rating: 4

There are two zones here,

Blue zone (alongside docks - western end) is free from 8am to 10pm - with a fee (by foot) for overnight dockage

The yellow zone is reservation only with a fee (finger docks)

For each there is a notice board with a URL to pay the fee (it is a town dock, but the charges are managed via the marina ValleyField)

There is a small grocery store nearby however if you take the walk to the mall to the North (not too far at all) then you can use the Maxi supermarket and return to the dock with the shopping cart (unload and rerun the cart to the store)

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Anchorage Review for Frenchman's Bay

Reviewed by: Maryanne on May 5, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 38'
Draft: 1.2'

On lifting anchor - anchor and chain covered in really sticky mud that easily flings everywhere - with a strong smell of sewage…

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Free Dock Review for Port Colborne City Dock

Reviewed by: Maryanne on May 1, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 38'
Draft: 0.0'

Rating: 4

The town at first feels a bit run down, but don't be put off. Free floating docks (mostly for smaller boats) with a couple of 80' T heads, provided by town. Located at south end of Welland Canal, just south of the lift bridge (bridge number 8) on West side of waterway. No facilities (no water, no power, seasonal bathrooms in day time). Boaters can clear Canadian customs from here (phone +1888-CANPASS) and can stay overnight. Access to town (supermarket, laundry, restaurants, etc). No time limit posted, boaters regularly stay overnight (waiting for canal passage). Bathrooms open from Victoria Day to Thanksgiving. Overflow along wall. Ashore there are plenty of meal options, plus a candy store from the 40's (Safari Candy) well worth a visit. The local Historical and Maritime Museum (free) has a small display of some of the area industry (surprisingly good) and various buildings showing the homes and industries of the early settlers.

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Marina Review for Henry's Fish Restaurant

Reviewed by: Maryanne on Aug 22, 2023
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 38'
Draft: 0.0'

Rating: 5

$2/foot for overnight - free during day if dining

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Anchorage Review for Flowerpot Island - Beachy Cove

Reviewed by: Maryanne on Aug 8, 2023
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 38'
Draft: 0.0'

Note this is the only island in the fathom five chain where it is permitted to go ashore (yay). However to take your own boat/kayak/dinghy requires a (free) permit available from the national park visitor center in Tobermory.

Plenty of trails ashore

Keep clear of the busy tourist boat traffic

Currently (2023) the dock is out of action (storm damage) and there is no repair plans in the calendar as yet

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Free Dock Review for Lock E35, Lockport - Free Dock

Reviewed by: Maryanne on Jun 5, 2023
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 38'
Draft: 0.0'

Rating: 4

Wall (1.2m depth, shallows closer to the old locks) just alongside the outside of Lock 35 - sheltered with high walls all around. Tie to wooden posts. Right in the middle of things town-wise. You basically dock at the top of the original canal flight (a flight of 5 now unused/replace by the modern flight of 2). Power available (no water). Be sure to use spring lines to counter the currents every time the lock empties.

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Free Dock Review for Corn Hill Landing

Reviewed by: Maryanne on Jun 2, 2023
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 38'
Draft: 0.0'

Rating: 4

Info incorrect on main page

From June 2023 this site is now managed by the non-profit Cornhillnav.org that also manages the tour bot Riverie that docks here


$5/night

Correct number is 585-662-5748
Email: [email protected]


Beware reported depths (of 6') was not consistently found so approach slowly and we found the area closest to restaurant had the better depths

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Free Dock Review for Village of Baldwinsville Docks

Reviewed by: Maryanne on May 27, 2023
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 38'
Draft: 0.0'

Rating: 5

Lovely small town with a welcome centre, book swap box, showers (25c to enter), water and power at docks (floating and wall) - honesty box for power.

In town (across river) there are at least 20 restaurants/bars. (Riverside dining, diners, Chinese, Mexican, etc) 24 Hour laundromat, ace hardware store and a couple of auto parts store (that will take your used oil)

there is an Aldi and Tops about a mile walk from lock. (South side)

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Marina Review for Syracuse Inner Harbor Marina

Reviewed by: Maryanne on May 27, 2023
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 38'
Draft: 0.0'

Rating: 2

Entered end may 2023 - very shallow (3' at min), but seemed to be mud bottom when we hit.

I was here 20 years ago and it seemed a little uncomfortable (security wise) then

This trip we decided to be aboard all evening, but went for a great walk in the day along the creek trail (which is pretty and saves you having to cross main roads) into town and had an AMAZING meal at dinosaur BBQ

Water was off at docks but the only other boat there was using power (we didn't need power so didn't try).

Unfortunately someone untied out lines (4 lines) while we slept and we found ourselves adrift/aground in the shallows at 6:15 this morning - we were lucky we didn't make it all the way to the bridge and damage the boat/bridge

Such a shame this beautiful location cannot be enjoyed.

If you do visit - be wary!!!

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Lock comment on South Mills Lock

Comment by: Maryanne on Apr 14, 2023
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 38'
Draft: 3.2'

We went through (northbound) in April with an 8' lift. Lock keeper requests northbound vessels to tie port side. Signs ashore request all wear life jackets.

Lock keeper is clear with instructions and helpful with lines.

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Free Dock Review for Mariners' Wharf, Elizabeth City

Reviewed by: Maryanne on Apr 13, 2023
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 38'
Draft: 3.2'

Rating: 5

A friendly town which is especially kind to boaters with the 'rose buddies' and a welcome pack.

Be sure to check in your welcome pack for discounts and even offers of a ride or a loaner car

Hardware and grocery stores within a mile. And plenty of cafes, bakeries, bars and restaurants

The nearby Arbemarle Museum (just a couple of blocks away) is free, airily and really well presented with a history of the area over the ages.

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Anchorage Review for Sloop Point G21

Reviewed by: Maryanne on Apr 6, 2023
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 38'
Draft: 3.2'

Quite a few pot floats and private marker sticks around - but there is space - anchor grabbed well first time.

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Marina Review for Chub Cay Resort & Marina

Reviewed by: Maryanne on Mar 25, 2023
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 38'
Draft: 3.2'

Rating: 4

You can anchor off and purchase a day pass to the resort ($100 for up to 5 people) - this gives you access from 7am-5pm. Each person also requires to pay $19 for annual membership.

Note the website often has offers for the pass (eg $50) so check out the offers section. Any discounted pass is not valid for holidays and tournament days

Prices valid at end March 2023

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