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Marinas in Washington

Cruise 15 marinas across Washington. Maps, hours, contact info, photos, and verified operator profiles, all in one place.

North Cascades, the Olympics, and 3,000 miles of saltwater coastline.

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Marinas in Washington by Google rating

Ranked by Google rating, then by number of reviews, across the 14 of 15 marinas in Washington with 10 or more Google reviews.

MarinaCityRating
Anchor Cove MarinaAnacortes4.832 Google reviews
John Wayne MarinaSequim4.7681 Google reviews
Port of AnacortesAnacortes4.744 Google reviews
Shilshole Bay MarinaSeattle4.61,564 Google reviews
Elliott Bay MarinaSeattle4.6987 Google reviews
Cap Sante MarinaAnacortes4.6724 Google reviews
Bell Harbor MarinaSeattle4.6263 Google reviews
Skyline Marine CenterAnacortes4.6194 Google reviews

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Most-booked campgrounds in Washington

Federal campgrounds in Washington that Recreation.gov lists for boating, ranked by how many times they were booked in fiscal 2025.

  1. Fairholme Campground1

    Fairholme Campground

    6,950 bookings
  2. Colonial Creek South Campground2

    Colonial Creek South Campground

    4,525 bookings
  3. 3

    Kachess

    4,301 bookings
  4. Charbonneau Park and Campground4

    Charbonneau Park and Campground

    2,818 bookings
  5. 5

    Silver Springs Campground

    2,768 bookings

Bookings: Recreation.gov, fiscal 2025 (Oct 2024 to Sep 2025).

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Marinas, boat launches, rivers & creeks and camping in Washington

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About Washington

Washington packs an unreasonable amount of water into one state: the saltwater maze of Puget Sound, the open Pacific coast, the Columbia River's long reach, and a scatter of inland lakes. The San Juan Islands and the Olympic Peninsula shoreline alone hold enough anchorages and sheltered passages to fill years of cruising. Marinas run the full range (big urban facilities in Seattle and Bellingham, small island docks in towns like Friday Harbor), and the fleet they serve is just as varied, from trailer boats to cruising yachts and working charter operations.

Puget Sound itself is a deep estuary running from the Strait of Juan de Fuca down to Olympia, with fjord-like passages threading past cities and small waterfront towns. Port Townsend, Gig Harbor, and the Swinomish Channel are the kind of stops that anchor a good itinerary, each with well-appointed marinas behind them. North of the Sound, the San Juans are the marquee cruising ground: dozens of islands, state parks, and villages like Friday Harbor and Roche Harbor, wilderness and dock power within a mile of each other. Most charters into these waters run out of Anacortes, Bellingham, and Seattle.

Turn inland and the boating changes completely. The Columbia forms much of the southern border, hundreds of navigable miles, with locks and dams stacking the river into long reservoirs. Lake Chelan, a glacial trench 50 miles long in the Cascades, gets summer weather closer to the Mediterranean than the coast and runs a lively freshwater scene to match. Marinas out here lean toward watersports and fishing, with mountains or high desert where the Sound would have fir-covered islands.

The Strait of Juan de Fuca opens the door to the Pacific for boaters with the experience to handle swell and open-ocean weather. Ilwaco and Westport are the coastal hubs, running deep-sea fishing charters from marinas with direct ocean access. Wherever you cruise in the state, the support network holds up: fuel, repairs, provisions, and transient moorage are reliable enough to plan long trips around.

When to cruise in Washington

Peak Jul–Aug

Full season

Quick facts

Boat launches mapped
793
Rivers mapped
2,356
Marinas listed
15
Best season
June through October

Trip guide

Know before you go in Washington

Federal permits, lotteries and timed-entry reservations in Washington, from Recreation.gov.

Confirm current requirements with the agency that sets them before your trip. Rules and fees change every season.

  • Boater Education Card

    All operators of motorized vessels 15 horsepower or greater in Washington State must carry a Boater Education Card. This applies to residents and non-residents alike, with certain age and non-resident exemptions. Verify specific requirements with the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission.

  • Vessel Registration

    All motorized vessels, and sailboats 16 feet or longer, used on Washington waters must be registered with the Washington State Department of Licensing. This includes displaying current registration decals and carrying the registration certificate onboard. Non-residents may operate their vessel for up to 60 days if currently registered in another state or country.

  • Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Permit

    Boats registered outside Washington must buy an Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) prevention permit before operating in Washington waters; boats registered in Washington pay the AIS fee through their registration and don't need a separate permit (Oregon- and Idaho-registered boats are exempt in shared waters). This permit helps fund efforts to prevent the spread of invasive species like zebra mussels. Check with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife for current regulations.

  • Fishing License

    If recreational fishing is part of your boating or charter plans, a valid Washington State fishing license is required for anyone 16 years or older. Specific endorsements may be necessary for salmon, steelhead, or shellfish, and regulations vary by species, location, and season. Consult the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife for detailed information and to purchase licenses.

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01What is the best time of year to go boating in Washington?
June through September, no contest: warmest temperatures, most sun, longest days, on salt and fresh water alike. That said, spring and fall reward flexible boaters with decent conditions and far fewer neighbors in the anchorage.
02Do I need a special license to operate a boat in Washington?
Yes, operators of motorized vessels 15 horsepower or greater generally must carry a Washington State Boater Education Card, resident or not. A few age and non-resident exemptions exist, so confirm your situation with the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission before the trip.
03Are bareboat charters readily available in Washington?
Yes. For experienced boaters, bareboating the San Juans and Puget Sound is one of the region's great trips, with sailboats and powerboats available out of Anacortes, Bellingham, and Seattle. Prime summer dates go months in advance. Book accordingly.
04What are the typical weather conditions for boating in the San Juan Islands?
Summer usually means mild temperatures, generous sun, and light-to-moderate winds, with afternoon breezes filling in. But these waters can flip: fog, rain, or stronger wind can arrive any month of the year. Check the marine forecast before departure and keep checking underway.
05Is transient moorage difficult to find in Washington marinas?
In peak summer, yes: the San Juans, the state parks, and busy urban marinas fill fast, and reservations shift from recommended to essential on weekends and holidays. Off-peak the pressure drops considerably, but a call ahead never hurts.
06Are there pump-out facilities widely available for waste disposal?
Widely, yes, most full-service marinas and many public docks have them, and Puget Sound in particular takes clean boating seriously. Charts and marina directories will show the stations along your route; note them before you need one.

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