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Cruising the Great Lakes on your sailboat and looking for more personalized accommodations? If you are a transient sailboater, consider docking at the Port Huron Yacht Club, located right at the mouth of the Black River where it empties into the St. Clair River. For more information on docking accommodations, contact the PHYC Harbormaster.
Setting Sail - Places to Dock
River Street Marina: Owned by the City of Port Huron and operated by Desmond Marine, the River Street Marina can accommodate vessels ranging from 30 to 300 feet. It offers gas, diesel and a pump-out station. There is also a complimentary shuttle that can take you around town. It is also home of the Black River Pavilion, a covered space that provides grills and space for outdoor eating.
Desmond Marine: Located on the south side of the Black River in the heart of downtown Port Huron, Desmond Marine offers an array of marine services, including limited waterfront docking (please call for more information) and indoor heated dry-docking, rack and launch, gas and diesel, and boat maintenance. There is also a marine supply store on site.
Bridge Harbor Marina: Located just off of I-94 at the Water Street exit, Bridge Harbor Marina offers both seasonal and transient dockage. Amenities include a swimming pool. This marina is located a short drive from downtown Port Huron.
Port Huron Yacht Club: Cruising the Great Lakes on your sailboat and looking for more personalized accommodations? If you are a member of a yacht club, consider docking at the Port Huron Yacht Club, located right at the mouth of the Black River where it empties into the St. Clair River. For more information on docking accommodations, contact the PHYC Harbormaster.
Tourism Tip:
When you are headed north on the St. Clair River into the Lake Huron, head north along the Canadian side of the river. There is less current there and it is easier for sailboats to navigate the strong, downbound current on the far east side of the river.
