Southport Marina (Statute Mile 309)
Posted by Claiborne | Posted on 06-01-2011
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Southport Marina
A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR
(910) 457-9900
http://www.southport-marina.com
Statute Mile: 309
Lat/Lon: near 33 55.036 North/078 01.690 West
Location: lies along the northern banks of the AICW hard by flashing daybeacon #2A
LPG (Propane) Availability: long 1 mile walk to Stewart’s Hardware (910-457-5544) where LPG tanks can be refilled or exchanged
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This newly renovated marina is in the heart of downtown Southport. It is within walking distance of the commercial fishing harbor and many restaurants and stores. The entrance is directly off the ICW on the north shore just after passing the fishing harbor on the starboard side when headed south.
Water depths need to be watched here. Transient boaters are usually docked on the face dock that forms a long T-head with the dock office in the center. Water depths are fine in that area, but elsewhere low tide causes some very shallow spots. Fuel is available and there is a small ships store.
Southport is also a quaint southern town reminiscent of Beaufort, SC, and is well worth a visit. The marina is well maintained and conveniently located.
Ray Kurlak
Southport Marina is always good and a treat! Robert Creech, MTOA Port Captain, who lives a stone’s throw from the marina, gave every attendee at the MTOA Rendezvous in Portsmouth a BOGO voucher. He was down at our slip bright and early to welcome us, offered their car and anything else we might need. As you know, laundry and shower facilities are on site. PJ’s, a converted gas station across the street is great for breakfast. Moore Street Market, recommended by a local, was a lunchtime treat. We’d never have seen their obscure sign. Came upon a retired biology prof who’s a water colorist and such a delightful man. Love his work and the bright colors of local scenes. When we visit Southport, it’s always difficult to drag ourselves away.
Laura Bender