Marathon Marina & Boatyard, Marathon, Florida, USA

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General - Marathon Marina & Boatyard lies on Vaca Key on the coast of southern Florida in the USA. The facility combines slips and boat yard.

Open - All year round

Position - 24° 42.3' N 081° 06.7' W

Charts, Pilots & Cruising Guides - See the following link for Florida Charts

Tides -
Reference port -
Mean time differences - HW: minutes ± ; LW: minutes ±
Heights in metres -

	MHWS	MHWN	MLWN	MLWS
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Depths at MLW - Entrance - 9'. Fuel Dock - 11'. Slips - 11'.

Protection/Shelter - OK

Approach and Entrance -
From the N - From the Gulf of Mexico make for Florida Bay.
From the S - From the Atlantic Ocean make or the Straits of Florida.
Then head for the western end of Vaca Key. Marathon Marina & Boatyard is reached via Moser Channel to the Boot Key Channel. The facility is at the mouth to Boot Key Harbor. Look for the green and white dockhouse.

Berths & Moorings - 125 slips with 40 reserved for transients. Reservations can be made.

Maximum length - 150'

Formalities - Not known.

Contact ;
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Fax -
Email
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VHF Ch - 16
Call sign -

Water - On the pontoons.

Electric - On the pontoons. 30 amp, 50 amp, 100 amp & 200 amp.

Fuel - Gasoline & Diesel.

Weather forecast - Not known.

Security - 24 hours. Dockmaster during the day. Security guard at nights.

Internet Access - At Ships' Store.

Other Marina Facilities, Services & Supplies - Docking Assistance. Dock Carts. Megayacht Facilities. Mail & Package Hold. Phone Messages. Fax. Complimentary Bicycles. Cable TV. Dockside Phone. Toilets. Showers. Laundry. Pump Out.

Boatyard Facilities & Services - Travelift (50T). Forklift (20,000 lb.). Hydraulic Trailer. Engine Mechanic. Electrical Repairs. Electronics Repairs. Hull Repairs. Bottom Cleaning. Brightwork. Compound. Wash & Wax. Interior Cleaning. Propeller Repairs. Woodworking. Yacht Interiors. Painting. Awlgrip. Crane (40,000 lb.). Rigger. Sail Loft. Canvas Work. Air Conditioning. Refrigeration. Divers. Inflatable Repairs. Life Raft Service. Upholstery. Metal Fabrication. Yacht Building. Total Refits. Yacht Broker. Yacht Design.

Shopping and Provisions - Most provisions can be obtained in Marathon.

Bank or ATM - Not known.

Chandlers or Ships' Store - On site.
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Marine Electronics - The Top Deals are on the Web!

Scuba Diving Gear - Get Offers Here

Fishing Tackle - Not Known
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Propane - Nearby.

Ice - Block & Cube are available on site.

Eating Out - There are several restaurants within a mile of Marathon Marina & Boatyard.

Transport -
Bikes - Bike Marathon (743-3204).
Local Bus Service - JGT (305-247-3066).
Intercity Bus Service - Greyhound (296-9072).
Car Rental - Great Deals Here!!!
Limousine Service - Book your Limo Here
Train Service -
Water Taxi -
Ferry Service -
Airport(s) - Key West International - 45 miles away.
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Local Area -
Sporting & Recreational Facilities - Fishing Charter. Heated Pool. Spa. Dive Shop. Jogging Paths. Boat Rentals. Fitness Center. Roller Blade & Bike Paths. Tennis Courts at Key Colony Beach Golf & Tennis. Group Fishing Boat.
Sightseeing - Keys Fisheries Commercial Fishing Excursions.
Museums and Cultural Attractions - Pigeon Key Shuttle goes to the 5 acre island that was home to Flagler's railroad workers. One of the yellow cottages has been transformed into a railroad museum. Marathon Community Theatre. Kennedy Studios. Crane Point Museum of Natural History.
Conservation Projects - Crane Point Hammock Nature Center.
Special Events - Pigeon Key Art Festival. 7 Mile Bridge Run. Holiday Boat Parade in December. Dolphin & Blackfin Tournament. Seafood Festival.
Children's Stuff - Playground.
Other - Movie Theater. Picnic Area.

We would like your comments - If you would like to add to this report or submit your own report on a marina, harbour or anchorage not covered in this guide so far please visit our contact page for our email address. Digital photos are also very welcome.

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