Jekyll Harbor Marina (Statute Mile 684.5)
Jekyll Harbor Marina has long been known as one of the most cruiser friendly marinas along the Georgia coastline. And, they are a SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR!!! Below, Captain Diana gives us some recent updates on this charming facility, as well as some good advice about what to do, and where to provision ashore.
Jekyll Island’s specialness, and the many reasons that make Jekyll Harbor Marina a great stop along the coast, has been well-described here. I would like to add to it and make some corrections, however. SeaJay’s Waterfront Cafe and Pub is open year-round (not seasonally) seven days a week. Every Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings, the entertainment is live, acoustical guitar music. And yes, the Wharfratz still perform, getting better every year. The place can get busy, but the veranda’s stunning view at sunset can make the wait more pleasant. Also just south of Jekyll Harbor is Tidelands Nature Center, easy to reach with one of the marina’s courtesy bikes. A courtesy van (island use only) also helps meet provisioning needs and takes guests to golf courses. The local grocery has nearly everything a cruiser might require, fresh and otherwise. And the liquor store, bank and post office are conveniently nearby.
Capt. Diana
SV Strider
Tayana 37
Enjoyed our stay at Jekyll Harbor Marina. Highly recommend a tour of the mostly restored Millionaire’s Club area. Ate lunch and dinner at the club house. Both were excellent. Lunch was fairly cheap, but dinner very expensive, but worth it in my estimation. Also there is the Georgia Marine Research center which has a hospital for turles. One was having an operation!!!
SV Aquarius
I echo Capt Diana’s comments. We’ve been at Jekyll Island Marina since February. Friendly people, great restaurants. Since most transients tie up side-on to the east side of the river, there is an unobstructed view of the sunset.
The ICW here is a bit tricky, but keep a close eye on the sounder and plotter and you’ll be fine.
Sun Dog ‘“ 420 Sundancer
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