Whitney's Marine, Orange Park, Florida

Whitney's Marine, Orange Park, Florida

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General - Whitney's Marine is located at Orange Park S of Jacksonville on the St Johns River in northern Florida. The facility offers slips and a boatyard. Whitney's berths mostly sailboats. Boats may anchor and use the dinghy dock and facilities for a daily fee

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Address - Whitney's Marine, 3027 Highway 17; Orange Park, FL 32003

Open - Year-Round

Hours - 8am - 5pm except Sundays.

Arrival out of hours - Not known.

Formalities - Click here for information on clearing in and out of Florida.

Position - 30° 08.758' N 081° 41.961' W

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

Berths, Slips & Moorings - 114 slips with 2 reserved for transients. Boats may anchor and use the dinghy dock and facilities for a daily fee

Maximum length - 50'.

Approach and Entrance - From the Atlantic Ocean make for the St. Mary's River. Then to the ICW. And then up the St Johns River for 23 miles from the ICW. Whitney's Marine is directly southeast of the busy Highway 17 Bridge, which crosses the entrance to Doctor's Lake from the St. Johns River.

Protection/Shelter - Somewhat protected by breakwaters from the wide expanse of the St. John's

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Mean time differences - HW: minutes ± ; LW: minutes ±

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	MHWS	MHWN	MLWN	MLWS

Depths at MLW ;-
Entrance - 7'
Slips - 7'

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Water - On the pontoons.

Electric - On the pontoons. 30 amp

Fuel - No

Weather forecast - Not known.

Security - Not known.

Internet Access - Not known.

Other Marina Facilities, Services & Supplies - Toilets, Showers, Dock Carts, Mail & Package Hold.

Boatyard Facilities & Services - Travelift (25T), Engine mechanic (gas, diesel), Electrical Repairs, Hull Repairs, Rigger, Canvas Work, Bottom Cleaning, Brightwork, Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, Divers, Compound, Wash & Wax, Interior Cleaning, Propeller Repairs, Woodworking, Upholstery

Chandlers or Ships' Store - Not Known.
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Fishing Tackle - Not Known
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Butane/Camping Gaz/Propane - Not known.

Ice - Not Known.

Shopping and Provisions - Not Known

Bank or ATM - Not known

Restaurants & Eating Out - Not Known.

Transport -

Bikes - Not known
Local Bus Service - Jacksonville has an efficient bus system that covers most of this sprawling city.
Intercity Bus Service - Not known
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Limousine Service - Book your Limo Here
Train Service - Not known
Water Taxi - Not known
Ferry Service -Not known
Airport(s) - Jacksonville International
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Local Area -

Sporting & Recreational Facilities -
Huguenot Memorial Park is by far the best location to visit in Jacksonville if you want an awesome beach experience.
Diamond D Ranch
e2ride bike tours - whether you are an avid cyclist or just remember how to ride a bike, this is a great tour. Away from traffic. Full of scenic back roads and cool neighborhoods with interesting architecture and history

Sightseeing-
Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens - This 73-acre park is the only zoo in Florida's northeast and great place to go with the family. showcases animals from all over the world on 73 acres, with a train ride, picnic grounds, and play area for children. Some of the zoo's primary exhibits include Wild Florida, Great Apes of the World, and an Australian Adventure, featuring koalas, kangaroos, and wallabies.
Fort Caroline National Memorial - on the St. Johns River. Take a walk through the preserve. Wildlife includes many types of birds and alligators
Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park
Big Talbot Island State Park features a breathtaking coastal habitat covered with oak, holly and magnolia, along with sea-oat covered dunes overlooking the ocean.
Anheuser-Busch Brewery - offers tours of its brewing and bottling processes, plus the chance to sample products in the hospitality room. Guided tours are on the hour, Monday-Saturday, at no charge.

Museums, Galleries and Cultural Attractions -
Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens is a beautiful estate, on the St Johns River, with 12 galleries and more than 5,000 items.
Jacksonville Museum of Modern Art
Museum of Southern History is a small but informative museum, celebrating both the history and culture of daily life in the South with political, medical, historical memorabilia and artifacts - from weapons to fashion. There's also a 3,000-volume research library and the offer of complimentary genealogical research.
Timucuan Ecological & Historical Preserve - Learn all about the history of Florida's Native Americans here.
Theatre Jacksonville - Florida's longest-running community theatre.
River City is in a park - with fountains, sculptures and riverfront benches - that hosts the Museum of Science & History and the Maritime Museum. The first offers hands-on lessons on Florida fauna and history, and the second depicts the origins and impact of maritime trade at this historic port.

Conservation Projects -
B.E.A.K.S. (Bird Emergency Aid and Kare Sanctuary)

Special Events - Not known

Children's Stuff - Not known

Other - Not known

Other reports on harbors, marinas and anchorages can be viewed in our marina guide

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 (see button above) for our email address. Digital photos are also very welcome.