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Portland Yacht Services, Portland, Maine, USA

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.

General - Portland Yacht Services lies on the Gulf of Maine on the NE coast of the USA. The facility combines slips, moorings and boat yard.

Open - All year round

Position - 43° 39.7' N 70° 14.7' W

Charts, Pilots & Cruising Guides - See the following link for Maine 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 - 30'. Slips - 20'. Moorings 40'.

Protection/Shelter - The docks are exposed and can get rolly.

Approach and Entrance - From the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Maine make for Casco Bay and then Portland Harbor. Portland Yacht Services lies on the north side of the harbour.

Berths & Moorings - 128 slips with 10 reserved for transients. 18 moorings with 12 available to visiting yachts. Reservations are preferred.

Maximum length - 120'

Formalities - Liberty Port with extensive services, including customs and immigration.

Contact ;
Tel - 7
Fax -
Email
Web
VHF Ch - 9
Call sign -

Water - On the pontoons.

Electric -
On the pontoons. 30 amp.

Fuel - No.

Weather forecast - Not known.

Security - Not known.

Internet Access - At the office
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Other Marina Facilities, Services & Supplies - Docking Assistance. Security. Trash Pick Up. Dock Carts. Megayacht Facilities. Mail & Package Hold. Toilets. Showers. Pump Out.

Boatyard Facilities & Services - Travelift (38T). Crane. Launching Ramp. Engine Mechanic. Electrical Repairs. Hull Repairs. Rigger. Sail Loft. Bottom Cleaning. Brightwork. Air Conditioning. Refrigeration. Compound. Wash & Wax. Woodworking. Painting. Awlgrip. Divers. Interior Cleaning. Propeller Repairs. Inflatable Repairs. Life Raft Service. Upholstery. Yacht Interiors. Metal Fabrication. Yacht Design. Yacht Building. Total Refits.

Shopping and Provisions - Most provisions can be obtained in Portland. Portland Public Market is worth a trip even if you don't need provisions. Farmers' Market at Monument Square on Wednesdays and Deering Oaks on Saturdays.

Bank - Nearby.

Chandlers or Ships' Store - Nearby.
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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 - Over a mile away.

Ice - Block & Cube are available on site.

Eating Out - There are several restaurants near to Portland Yacht Services.

Transport -
Bikes - Cycle Mania (774-2933). Back Bay (773-6906).
Bus Service - 7 Bus Routes runs a local service. Concord Trailways runs inter city services.
Car Rental - Great Deals Here!!!
Limousine Service - Book your Limo Here
Train Service - Boston to Portland
Water Taxi - Presumpscot (879-2562).
Ferry Service - Casco Baylines to local islands. Prince of Fundy Cruises to Nova Scotia.
Airport(s) - Portland International - 5 miles away.
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Local Area -
Sporting & Recreational Facilities - Fishing Charter. Jogging Paths. Roller Blade & Bike Paths. Tennis Courts. Dive Shop. Sable Oaks Golf Course. Fitness Center. Boat Rentals.
Sightseeing - Portland Observatory Tower.
Museums and Cultural Attractions - Portland Harbor Museum. Museum of Art. Victoria Mansion. Merrill Auditorium. Portland Opera. Museum of African Tribal Art. Narrow Gauge Railroad Company & Museum houses a fascinating collection of locomotives and coaches. Daily excursions along Casco Bay using the museum's exhibits.
Marine Conservation -
Special Events - Old Port Festival is the first week in June. Art Festival in August.
Children's Stuff - Playground. Children's Museum.
Other - Picnic Area. Grills. Beach. Movie Theater.

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 home page for our contact details. Digital photos are also very welcome.

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