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Use this as a research brief, not a final answer. The ranges, fees, and rules below reflect how yacht dockage faq typically work across the U.S., but every marina sets its own policy. Verify the specifics in writing with the dockmaster before you put money down.
Yacht dockage — generally 65 ft and up — has its own rule set. Slip availability is constrained, power requirements jump to 100A/200A, and crew accommodations become part of the contract negotiation.
Slip count for 80 ft+ vessels is limited in most US harbors. Megayacht-capable marinas cluster in Fort Lauderdale, Miami Beach, Newport, Palm Beach, Nantucket, San Diego Shelter Island, and a handful of Pacific Northwest sites. Book annual berths 12–24 months ahead.
Power requirements: 50A is the baseline for 65–80 ft. 100A or dual 100A becomes standard 80–120 ft. Above 120 ft, 200A single-phase or 3-phase shore power is required — only available at purpose-built megayacht marinas.
Crew accommodations: many marinas offer crew lounges, laundry, and bike loans. Some negotiate slip rates that include captain/mate dockside parking and 24-hour security access. Long-stay megayachts often negotiate custom contracts.
Top US megayacht marinas
- • Pier Sixty-Six (Fort Lauderdale)
- • Bahia Mar (Fort Lauderdale)
- • Island Gardens (Miami)
- • Newport Shipyard
- • Palm Beach Town Docks
- • IGY Yacht Haven Grande (USVI)
Above 100 ft you need
- • 100A or 200A power
- • Megayacht-spec dock
- • Deep water (>10 ft MLW)
- • Crew accommodations
- • Custom contract terms