We like to take day trips to Put in Bay in our 32' cruiser, rent a cart and enjoy all the island has to offer for an afternoon. Finding a dock to rent, especially on a Saturday, is a real challenge. What docks do you use that are available for rent by the hour? Does the Boardwalk have a Dock and Dine program?
Docking at Put in Bay
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Don't go on the weekends. During the week you would most likley get a dock just about any where. They have mandetory rafting at the main city docks. The dock master will help you. Reservation are required on weekends. You must plan way in advance. Holidays require 3 day stay. Also try Millers and Put N Bay marina,
( the old Foxes dock )
Good Luck, we will be there for the 4th of July weekend.
Ron
( the old Foxes dock )
Good Luck, we will be there for the 4th of July weekend.
Ron
I've been watching the mooring buoys this season because of the thread here about various tying methods. I'm sure this will change during the upcoming holiday wkd, but so far I haven't seen all of the buoys occupied even on Saturdays.
Yes, The Boardwalk has a dock & dine program, but they have very few actual docks, so the chances of getting in there on a Saturday are slim.
Put-In Bay Marina is the former Ladd's marina - closest to the monument. Sadly, due to financial issues, Axel & Harry's and the High Tide didn't open this year.
However, the marina operations are separate and they're running full-steam. So much so in fact, that they have appeared to be nearly full each wkd.
The old Duggan's Marina (between the Jet & Public C Dock) is Fox's Marina. They raft, but I've never stayed there, so I don't know if it's mandatory or not.
Public Docks A & C share management, B Dock runs separately. The facilities, policies and I think even the fees are all the same. The public docks don't always deserve their reputation. Yes, they're full of loud drunks, but the dockmasters plan the dockage very carefully. If they know that you'll only be there for a few hours, they'll make an effort to make sure you don't get rafted to. Of course, there's always the risk that they will underestimate the demand, but I wouldn't write them off completely. As always, a tip and clear communication about your expectations help considerably.
I'm with you by the way, on thoroughly enjoying Put-In Bay on weekends. It's my favorite destination in the Great Lakes. Having said that, have you ever considered joining The Crew's Nest? Their docks are ridiculously well-managed by a team of hard-working, polite and competent young adults. They have no mandatory rafting and more docks than any other marina on the island. Yes, there's a financial hit for dues, initiation and a wait-list for boating privilages, but they also have great facilities and service. (also watch for specials - they have offered discounts on the initiation fees at the Cleveland boat show for example)
The Put-In Bay Yacht club is ILYA affiliated, which can come in handy elsewhere, and they also accept non-members when they have room to do so. Miller Marina is under new management as of last season, and they accept advance reservations, so that's another number to keep handy.
Yes, The Boardwalk has a dock & dine program, but they have very few actual docks, so the chances of getting in there on a Saturday are slim.
Put-In Bay Marina is the former Ladd's marina - closest to the monument. Sadly, due to financial issues, Axel & Harry's and the High Tide didn't open this year.
However, the marina operations are separate and they're running full-steam. So much so in fact, that they have appeared to be nearly full each wkd.The old Duggan's Marina (between the Jet & Public C Dock) is Fox's Marina. They raft, but I've never stayed there, so I don't know if it's mandatory or not.
Public Docks A & C share management, B Dock runs separately. The facilities, policies and I think even the fees are all the same. The public docks don't always deserve their reputation. Yes, they're full of loud drunks, but the dockmasters plan the dockage very carefully. If they know that you'll only be there for a few hours, they'll make an effort to make sure you don't get rafted to. Of course, there's always the risk that they will underestimate the demand, but I wouldn't write them off completely. As always, a tip and clear communication about your expectations help considerably.
I'm with you by the way, on thoroughly enjoying Put-In Bay on weekends. It's my favorite destination in the Great Lakes. Having said that, have you ever considered joining The Crew's Nest? Their docks are ridiculously well-managed by a team of hard-working, polite and competent young adults. They have no mandatory rafting and more docks than any other marina on the island. Yes, there's a financial hit for dues, initiation and a wait-list for boating privilages, but they also have great facilities and service. (also watch for specials - they have offered discounts on the initiation fees at the Cleveland boat show for example)
The Put-In Bay Yacht club is ILYA affiliated, which can come in handy elsewhere, and they also accept non-members when they have room to do so. Miller Marina is under new management as of last season, and they accept advance reservations, so that's another number to keep handy.
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Isn't there a new state park marina on Middle Bass...do they provide transportation to South Bass (PIB)? Is that an option?
I have only ever stayed at the Crews Nest. Always had reservations though, Nice but little pricey. The other thing I have done is stay on Kelleys and take the jet over.
Niles
I have only ever stayed at the Crews Nest. Always had reservations though, Nice but little pricey. The other thing I have done is stay on Kelleys and take the jet over.
Niles
Niles, yes, the entire basin at MBI was gutted and redone, and they did an incredible job. The "Sonny S." run back and forth between the ferry dock at MBI and The Boardwalk in PIB.
There's also a new yacht club building at the MBI basin.
The Crew's Nest only allows non-members to dock Sun-Thurs.
There's also a new yacht club building at the MBI basin.
The Crew's Nest only allows non-members to dock Sun-Thurs.
One more thing: Mayfly season is in full-swing. Keep your cockpit lights out, hang your canvas, close your hatches early andif posisble avoid docking near lights that cannot be shut off. I'm considering leaving the cockpit carpet behind - I inevitably have to scrub smashed flies out of it.
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I would go the middle bass route