Wickford Marina, Wickford, Rhode Island, USA

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General - Wickford Marina lies on the Western Narragansett Bay on the NE coast of the USA. The facility is primarily a marina but there are extensive services on call.

Open - All year round

Position - 41° 34.6' N 071° 27' W

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

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

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Depths at MLW - Entrance - 12'. Slips - 10'.

Protection/Shelter - OK

Approach and Entrance - From the Atlantic Ocean make for Western Narragansett Bay. And then for Wickford Harbor. Wickford Marina is in Mill Cove in the northwest corner of the harbour. The Marina is easily recognized by the red roofed cupola on top of the main building.

Berths & Moorings - 70 slips with 6 reserved for transients. Reservations are required.

Maximum length - 100'

Formalities - Not known.

Contact ;
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VHF Ch - 9
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Water - On the pontoons.

Electric - On the pontoons. 30 amp & 50 amp.

Fuel - No.

Weather forecast - Not known.

Security - Not known.

Internet Access - At the marina office.

Other Marina Facilities, Services & Supplies - Docking Assistance. Boaters' Lounge. Dock Carts. Megayacht Facilities. Mail & Package Hold. Phone Messages. Fax. Toilets. Showers. Laundry. Pump Out.

Boatyard Facilities & Services - No yard but the following are available; Bottom Cleaning. Brightwork. Divers. Compound. Wash & Wax. Interior Cleaning. Woodworking. Engine Mechanic. Electrical Repairs. Hull Repairs. Rigger. Sail Loft. Air Conditioning. Refrigeration. Propeller Repairs. Inflatable Repairs. Life Raft Service. Upholstery. Yacht Interiors. Metal Fabrication.

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

Bank - BankBoston within 1 mile.

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

Fishing Tackle - Great Deals Online

Propane - On call.

Ice - Block & Cube are available on site.

Eating Out - There are a couple of restaurants near to Wickford Marina.

Transport -
Bikes - Rons Bicycle (294-2238).
Bus Service - RIPTA to Providence
Car Rental - Great Deals Here!!!
Limousine Service - Book your Limo Here
Train Service - Amtrak at West Kingstown - 12 miles away.
Water Taxi -
Ferry Service -
Airport(s) - TF Green - 20 miles away.
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Local Area -
Sporting & Recreational Facilities - Swimming Pool. Tennis Courts. Boat Rentals. Golf Course. Fitness Center. Horseback Riding. Bowling. Fishing Charter.
Sightseeing - Wickford historic district. John Updike modeled the village in his novel, "The Witches of Eastwick", on Wickford.
Museums and Cultural Attractions - Smith's Castle Museum, from 1678, is one of the oldest plantation houses in the USA. "Old" St. Paul's Church, built in 1707, it is one of the oldest Episcopal churches in America.
Marine Conservation -
Special Events - Wickford Arts Festival is the 2nd week July. International Quahog Festival is in late August. Block Island Sleigh Ride, an October sailing race to Block Island.
Children's Stuff - Playground.
Other - Beach. Picnic Area. Grills.

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.

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