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Impeccable facilities. 738 berths. Attentive service. Abundant walkable shoreside amenities. 5 minutes from downtown Oakland . 15 minutes from San Francisco. Look no further — Marina Village Yacht Harbor has it all. read more

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Placid waters, peaceful surroundings. A friendly, vibrant boating community with an urban backdrop offering access to a rich suite of shoreside amenities. Visualize yourself at Marina Village Yacht Harbor. read more

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With a broad mix of quality amenities and services, upgraded facilities, and close proximity to a wide range of shoreside businesses, Marina Village Yacht Harbor offers one of the most extraordinary marina venues on the Bay. Yet it is among the most affordable. see rates

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Very efficient and effective organization.

Bob Pezzoli

“It has really been a pleasure having my boat in MV for the past 16 years. Great facility and very efficient and effective organization and staff. Thank you very much.”

We believe is the best marina in the SF Bay Area.

Sean Munding

“In the heart of world renown sailing grounds Marina Village Yacht Harbor is a wonderful community of both boaters and businesses. After living all around the bay we’ve found a home for the last 6 years in what we believe is the best marina in the SF Bay Area.”

This is the best marina in the Bay Area.

“After 12 years here, this is the best marina in the Bay Area without a doubt.”

More than just a marina.

Mike Araneda

“Marina Village Yacht Harbor is more than just a marina. It’s a place to park your yacht, boat, or day sailor in style and comfort.”

Marina Village has a happy vibe.

“After 18 years in the bay, Marina Village is the best. Great staff, clean bathrooms, well-kept docks and grounds. Marina Village has a happy vibe. I love this place.”

We highly recommend to anyone who asks.

Sarah Curry

“We are so happy our research led us to Marina Village! We highly recommend to anyone who asks.”

Outstanding!

“Outstanding! Well-maintained, close to stores, beautiful parks, and wonderful neighbors! The harbormaster and her crew have been a joy.”

6 Best San Francisco Marinas to Dock Your Boat

The San Francisco Bay area is indeed one of the world’s most spectacular boating venues. With access to the open waters of the Pacific Ocean, plenty of bays to explore, and scenic views of the city skyline and the Golden Gate Bridge, the Bay area is a boater’s paradise. Bay area marinas offer a variety of amenities and have the capabilities to handle vessels of a variety of sizes.

Here are 6 of the best San Francisco marinas:

1) Treasure Isle Yacht Harbor

Treasure Isle Yacht Harbor , located in Treasure Island’s Clipper Cove in the middle of San Francisco Bay, offers a magnificent view of San Francisco and is known as one of the best protected and most scenic harbors on the California Coast. The marina is currently involved in a project that will expand capacity to 400 berths and offer dry storage, fuel dock, laundry facilities, and facilities for sales of marine supplies and equipment as well as boat sales and repair services. Treasure Isle Yacht Harbor has docks available to accommodate boats up to 60-feet and is a hidden treasure.

2) Marina Bay Yacht Harbor

San Francisco Bay Marina Bay Yacht Harbor is a deep draft harbor in the East Bay providing quick access to Central Bay, San Pablo Bay, the Delta, San Francisco, and the Pacific ocean. The marina provides stunning views of downtown San Francisco and the whole Bay area. With 850 berths able to accommodate vessels up to 120 feet in length, Marina Bay Yacht Harbor offers boat owners a safe, comfortable marina with luxury amenities.

3) South Beach Harbor Marina

South Beach Harbor Marina is the newest in the San Francisco Bay area, built by the San Francisco Redevelopment Agency in 1986, and since 2012 is under the authority of the Port of San Francisco. Located between Pier 40 and AT&T Park, South Beach Harbor Marina is the only marina on the south side of the city and is within walking distance of the ballpark and many fine dining options. South Beach Harbor is a full-service marina providing access to unsurpassed sailing and great views of the city skyline.

4) Schoonmaker Point Marina

Schoonmaker Point Marina , located in beautiful Sausalito, is 4 miles away from the Golden Gate Bridge where they provide dry storage, commercial and light industrial rental space. With 161 slips to accommodate boats from 35 to 70 feet, and side ties available for yachts up to 220 feet, Schoonmaker Point Marina offers complete amenities including a restaurant and laundry and shower facilities as well as a grocery store and marine store within walking distance. Schoonmaker Point Marina provides sensational views of the San Francisco skyline and beautiful Mt. Tamalpais, one of the most iconic landmarks in the Bay Area and can fill all your boating needs.

5) Emery Cove Yacht Harbor

Emery Cove Yacht Harbor , located between Oakland and Berkeley in the East Bay, provides access to deep water only minutes from your dock. Whether it’s sailing around San Pablo Bay, a cruise under the Golden Gate Bridge to the open water of the Pacific, or just relaxing with friends and family, Emery Cove Yacht Harbor is the ideal location. A short drive from downtown San Francisco, Emery Cove Yacht Harbor has a small town feel and features a park setting with beautiful landscaped winding paths overlooking the bay. The area offers a wide selection of dining experiences and local markets within walking distance or a short drive, and the marina has boat slips available for crafts up to 70-feet in length.

6) Ballena Isle Marina

Ballena Isle Marina , located in Alameda, is a full-service marina offering easy access to Bay waters as well as being in proximity to all the kid’s attractions, museums, sporting events, and live theater the Alameda and Oakland areas offer. With 500 slips available, capable of handling vessels of all sizes and shapes, Ballena Isle Marina is the marina of choice in Alameda. Ballena Isle Marina is currently undergoing restorations which will improve the appeal of an already beautiful marina and add more 50 and 60 foot slips.

The Bay area offers many different options to fill any boater’s needs. Whether you want quick deep water access, a family setting, access to fine dining, or any combination of these, a San Francisco Bay area marina has what you desire. Contact us today to learn more.

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San Francisco Marina

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The San Francisco Marina Yacht Harbor is located on the Northern Waterfront of the City of San Francisco. It is approximately one and one-half miles east of Golden Gate Bridge and west of and adjacent to Fort Mason. The Marina is composed of two harbors, known as the East Harbor and West Harbor. The East Harbor, also known as Gashouse Cove, is next to the western boundary of Fort Mason. The East Harbor consists of 343 boat slips, the City Yachts boat sales, and park land which includes a restroom, and two parking lots. The West Harbor includes the West Harbor marina area, the Saint Francis And Golden Gate Yacht Clubs, the Harbormaster's Building, the park area known as Marina Green which includes restrooms and a concession stand, and four parking lots. The Marina Green, a major and popular city park, is situated between the East Harbor, West Harbor and Marina Boulevard.á This facility is first come first serve.

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Marina Bay Yacht Harbor

TRAILHEAD INFORMATION

The Richmond Marina provides access to the Richmond Shoreline and beyond, with sweeping views of the Bay Bridge, Brooks Island, San Francisco, and Angel Island in the distance. The Marina provides a protected launch and Marina Inner Harbor Basin provides an ideal location for paddling that is sheltered from the winds.

A concessionaire, 510 Waterline, offers SUP lessons and equipment rentals.

Boat Facilities

Boat launch facilities consist of an ADA low-freeboard dock with a kayak assist and two SUP handrails. The Water Emergency Transportation Authority (WETA) constructed the ADA launch in 2018. This facility also includes a kayak staging area, ADA gangway, transition plates, and kayak roll-bars with a transfer system.

There is also a corrugated cement boat ramp and two high-freeboard docks for larger craft. The Marina offers public boat storage for $30/month for outside storage and $40/month for inside storage.

From I-580, take the Cutting Boulevard / Harbour Way South exit and turn onto Harbour Way South. Follow the round for approximately 1 mile then make a left onto Hall Avenue. The Marina is located at the end of Hall Avenue.

The 74 bus line stops at Regatta Boulevard and Marina Way, approximately 0.8 miles from the Marina.

Ample paid parking is available at the Marina. Currently parking is $10 for 24 hours or $20 for 48 hours, which can be paid at an electronic kiosk. There are also four free Public Shore parking spaces in the business park lot next to the marina.

ADA restrooms with running water are located near the top of the boat ramp.

Marina Bay provides a variety of nearby amenities including boat storage, a boat washdown area, restaurants, walking paths, benches, and restrooms.

Accessibility

The recently constructed kayak launch has been designed to meet ADA standards, with a wide gangway, transition plates, transfer seat, and paved path of  travel.

The shoreside facilities include a variety of accessible facilities, including a path of travel (not marked), sidewalks, restroom, and parking that all appear to be ADA accessible and well maintained.

Safety Tips

This launch is used primarily by motorized boats and can get crowded on weekends, so care needs to be taken to avoid user conflicts. Motorized boats and sailboats are regularly moving throughout the marina, particularly near the mouth of the marina. In addition, large ships utilize the Santa Fe Channel, located to the west of the Marina, so small non-motorized boats need to take caution to avoid these vessels.

There is a 300-foot security exclusion zone around the Chevron Long Wharf, located 3.5 miles northwest of the Marina.

The Harbormaster is onsite daily between 9AM and 5PM.

Wildlife Tips

Brooks Island is located approximately one mile offshore from the Marina. Brooks Island hosts 18 species of nesting birds, including herons, gulls, and terns. Brooks Island is also home to a secondary harbor seal haul-out site. Access to Brooks Island is only allowed seasonally on the western sandspit of the Island or as part of a scheduled East Bay Regional Park District naturalist tour. Trips to Brooks Island can be scheduled through EBRPD Reservations Department.

The Albany Mudflats Ecological Reserve / State Marine Park, an important feeding ground for a variety of shorebirds and waterfowl, is located approximately 2.5 miles to the southeast.  The Albany Mudflats are extremely shallow during high tides and large mudflats are  exposed at low tides. Due to the potential to get stranded and for sensitive habitat considerations, paddlers are not allowed to enter this area.

Additional Information and Resources

Richmond Marina – Water Trail Site Report

Marina Bay Yacht Harbor – Official website

East Bay Regional Park District – Brooks Island Reserve

510 Waterline – SUP 

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Activists score victory in move to kill controversial San Francisco harbor project

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A grassroots neighborhood movement to stop the construction of a yacht harbor in front of the Marina Green won a victory Monday when the San Francisco Board of Supervisors’ Land Use and Transportation Committee approved an ordinance that would block the contentious plan.

Marina District neighbors began organizing their opposition last winter after learning that the San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department wanted to spend some of a $160 million settlement with PG&E to finance the harbor extension. The funds were intended to clean up the bay after decades of pollution from a former coal gasification plant.

Instead of just using the funds to clean up the pollution, the city proposed putting the money toward a wholesale redesign of the area’s waterfront. Most controversial, the proposal would expand the existing West Harbor in front of the Marina Green, a popular community green space. 

If passed, the ordinance would prohibit the city from moving forward on any project that would extend the West Harbor Marina beyond the existing jetty, home to the Wave Organ , though other versions of the project would still be allowed.

The Recreation and Parks Department has argued that extending the harbor and adding a new breakwater would allow the city to cut down on costly dredging, avoid disturbing polluted sediment in the east harbor and make the marina more financially sustainable.

But Marina District resident Evelyn Graham wasn’t buying it. She described the Marina Green as a gorgeous, peaceful and iconic piece of San Francisco where she walks every day. When she learned about the harbor extension proposal on a Nextdoor post, she joined a small but growing group of neighbors that eventually gathered at the local library in March 2023 to strategize on how to oppose the project.

“Everyone had enthusiasm and different ideas,” Graham said.

Her thought was to contact members of the Board of Supervisors to try to get the project changed.

“When you start at the top, it’s easier to get to the top,” she said.

Meanwhile, the group, which eventually took on the name Keep the Waterfront Open, began plastering the neighborhood with signs reading “No New Harbor.” That’s what first got the attention of fellow activist Erin Roach, another Marina resident who joined up.

Now, Roach brings pocket-size flyers every time she goes to the Marina Green and hands them out to passersby, she said. Those efforts have gathered supporters from across the city who travel to the space for boating, exercise and relaxation. That geographical diversity is the key to the activists’ strength, Roach said.

“If it were just the Marina people [opposing the project], it wouldn’t be persuasive enough,” she said.

The campaign has turned hundreds of people out to community meetings to hear local politicians speak about the issue. 

That includes Supervisor Ahsha Safaí, who said the activists deserve tremendous credit for how much they’ve been able to raise the issue to city leaders.

Safaí authored the ordinance that sailed through committee Monday with a unanimous vote from Supervisors Aaron Peskin, Myrna Melgar and Dean Preston. 

“I think Rec and Parks had a predetermined design and idea, and they’re not interested in going through a robust community engagement and exploration of additional fundraising options, or additional ideas of design,” Safaí said.

Next, the ordinance will head to the full Board of Supervisors for a vote, then, if it passes, it’s on to the mayor’s desk.

The Mayor’s Office declined to comment on the ordinance.

The Recreation and Parks Department has warned that the ordinance could have negative impacts on the marina. For one, the project is still in its planning process, according to department spokesperson Tamara Aparton.

“This proposed ordinance would limit that process, closing off consideration of the full breadth of design options and blocking any analysis of their pros and cons,” Aparton said.

As a budget deficit looms over San Francisco and cuts are on the horizon, some observers, Safaí included, have speculated that the harbor extension proposal could be driven primarily by a desire to balance the Marina’s ledger by building pricier boat berths and saving money on dredging.

A recent budget analyst report concluded that if the Marina project moved forward with expanding the harbor in front of the green, the Marina could become profitable, bringing in about $1 million each year.

But if the west harbor stays the same size, the city would have to turn to other options to balance the budget, either by raising boat berthing fees by 15% to 20% over already-planned increases or by charging for parking at the Marina, the report concluded.

It currently costs about $11,700 a year for a 40-foot slip in the West Harbor, the most common size. A 25-foot slip, the cheapest, is $6,000, while the priciest 100-foot slip runs $30,600 annually.

“We remain concerned that if rates are raised so much that they drive people away, that will jeopardize the marina’s ability to operate independently,” Rec and Parks official Sarah Madland said during Monday’s meeting.  

Peskin was unmoved by that argument. Shortly before voting to move the ordinance forward, he said that the department exists to provide the public with parks, not make money.

“The Recreation and Parks Department is, by design, a money loser,” Peskin said.

Noah Baustin can be reached at [email protected]

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Welcome to San Francisco Marina Small Craft Harbor website. San Francisco Marina, as it is also known, is a destination sought by thousands of boaters from all over the world. The oldest recreational marina operating in San Francisco, and perhaps the Greater Bay Area, the harbor has had vessels berthed in its original basin, now known as the West Harbor, since before the 1906 earthquake. The original marina was expanded in the mid-1960s and is now approximately 35 acres. The entire facility has 727 berths, including 15 end ties for guest berthing vessels up to 50 feet LOA, free pump out stations and a commercial fuel dock.San Francisco Marina also features a large and popular park, Marina Green, which is home to many events including Escape From Alcatraz and Fleet Week. Marina Green also has several “par course” workout stations along its perimeter.

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Boaters balk at proposed rate hikes at San Francisco Marina

SAN FRANCISCO -- As the sun begins to set with the Golden Gate Bridge in the distance, boats make their way back to their slips. 

"This is San Francisco Harbor.  It's a sailing harbor with some of the best sailing in the world," said Roger Kroeze.

Kroeze has docked his boat in the city for more than 20 years but he's growing tired of paying rising harbor dues, as boaters say they're getting very little in return. 

"This is a publicly run marina.  The services in the marina are the poorest," said Kroeze.

Looming budget deficits have city departments scrambling to address the shortfalls and search for additional revenue. City officials want to hike the berthing fees for boat owners by more than 30%.

Mariners say that's unnecessarily rocking the boat.

"The city doesn't know how to run a yacht harbor yet they're running it and they're charging me more and more," said Kroeze.

The city's Recreation and Park Department recently proposed a set of rate hikes; one that kicks in later this year, and another next July, that will total more than 30% of the fees they're paying now. 

Kroeze pays about $12,000 annually. Other boaters with larger slips pay more than $30,000.

He says the rising fees are frustrating when the basic upkeep of bathrooms, showers, and other harbor necessities, is well below average.

"That's a lot of money with all these rules attached to it, and not having some of the same quality of services that we get at other marinas," said Kroeze.

Recreation and Park Director Phil Ginsburg and Deputy Tamara Aparton both declined on-camera interviews.

The department sent a statement to CBS News Bay Area instead that reads in part, "Rec and Park prioritizes its funding to support recreation programs for children, seniors, and low-income families, as well as parks and playgrounds across the city. Therefore, it's important that the Marina Small Craft Harbor is financially self-sustaining."

"I would love to see a consultant outside of the city that would come in and tell them how to properly run this and manage the harbor to meet budget," said Kroeze.

A recent city analysis concluded a 31.4% increase in berthing rates was necessary for the Marina to break even on operating costs.

Kroeze is one of 600 vessel owners who will be impacted.

"If the rates need to be raised, then give us better services and give us better rules to enjoy the money that we're spending on being in this harbor in a lovely city in a lovely bay that's a sailing bay," said Kroeze.

Boaters say they're getting squeezed. But Kroeze isn't quite ready to give up a picture perfect view of a city he still loves. 

The city's Budget and Finance Committee will hear the proposal for the fee increases in the coming weeks before final approval by the Board of Supervisors.

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