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Potomac River - US East Coast
US East CoastChesapeake Bay

Potomac River

A historic river that flows from Washington, D.C. to the Chesapeake Bay.

Ranking #140
38.8895°N, -77.0353°W
US East CoastChesapeake Bay

Potomac River

A historic river that flows from Washington, D.C. to the Chesapeake Bay.

Ranking: #140
182 destinations in region
Lat: 38.8895, Lon: -77.0353

Marinas & Facilities

27 guest marinas, transient docks, and facilities cruisers use in this area

Alexandria City Marina

105 N Union St

Transient slips
$2.00/ft/night approx
LOA 60
Draft 6.5
Diesel
Water
30A
Showers
Restrooms

Located near Old Town Alexandria; great dining options nearby.

Anchor Bay Marina

1000 Anchor Bay Dr, Colonial Beach, VA 22443

Transient slips
$2.25/ft/night approx
LOA 50
Draft 5
Diesel
Pump-out
Water
30A
Showers

Family-owned marina with a friendly atmosphere.

Calvert Marina

null

Transient slips
$2.50/ft/night approx
LOA 60
Draft 6
Diesel
Pump-out
Water
30A
Showers

Full-service marina with a restaurant nearby.

Colonial Beach Yacht Club

1000 Beach Ave, Colonial Beach, VA 22443

Transient slips
$2.00/ft/night approx
LOA 50
Draft 5
Diesel
Pump-out
Water
30A
Showers

Has a restaurant and bar on-site.

Columbia Island Marina

Columbia Island

Transient slips
LOA 40
Draft 5
Water
30A
Restrooms

Small marina with basic amenities.

Dahlgren Marina

Dahlgren Naval Base, Dahlgren, VA 22448

low confidence
Transient slips
$1.50/ft/night approx
LOA 40
Draft 5
Water
30A

Limited access, primarily for military personnel.

Dahlgren Naval Base Marina

low confidence
Transient slips
$1.50/ft/night approx
LOA 40
Draft 4
Water
30A

Access may be restricted due to military base.

Fishing Bay Yacht Club

low confidence
Transient slips
$2.00/ft/night approx
LOA 50
Draft 5
Water
30A
Showers

Offers a friendly atmosphere and good facilities.

Georgetown Waterfront Park

Transient slips
LOA 40
Draft 5
Water
Restrooms

Limited docking available; great access to Georgetown.

Huntington Yacht Club

1 Clubhouse Rd

Transient slips
LOA 50
Draft 6
Water
30A
Showers
Restrooms

Private club with transient slips available.

Lewisetta Marina

null

Transient slips
$2.00/ft/night approx
LOA 60
Draft 6
Diesel
Pump-out
Water
30A
Showers

Offers a peaceful atmosphere and good fishing.

Mount Vernon Yacht Club

3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy, Alexandria, VA 22309

Transient slips
$2.00/ft/night approx
LOA 50
Draft 5
Diesel
Pump-out
Water
30A
Showers

Great location with easy access to Mount Vernon.

National Harbor Marina

165 Waterfront St

Transient slips
$3.00/ft/night approx
LOA 100
Draft 10
Diesel
Water
30A
Showers
Restrooms

Full-service marina with a vibrant waterfront area.

Nomini Creek Marina

null

Transient slips
$2.50/ft/night approx
LOA 50
Draft 5
Diesel
Pump-out
Water
30A
Showers

Known for its friendly staff and good service.

Occoquan Yacht Club

202 Mill St, Occoquan, VA 22125

Transient slips
$2.50/ft/night approx
LOA 40
Draft 5
Water
30A
Showers

A friendly club with a welcoming atmosphere.

Old Town Alexandria Marina

1 Cameron St

Transient slips
$2.50/ft/night approx
LOA 60
Draft 6
Diesel
Water
30A
Showers
Restrooms

Close to shops and restaurants in Old Town.

Peter's Marina

null

Transient slips
$1.50/ft/night approx
LOA 40
Draft 4
Diesel
Water

Small marina with limited services.

Pohick Bay Regional Park

6501 Pohick Bay Dr, Lorton, VA 22079

Transient slips
$1.50/ft/night approx
LOA 30
Draft 4
Water
30A
Showers

Offers a quiet anchorage with basic amenities.

Potomac River Anchorage

Restrooms

Good anchorage area with access to dinghy docks.

Potomac River Marina

12300 Marina Way, Woodbridge, VA 22192

Transient slips
$2.50/ft/night approx
LOA 60
Draft 6
Diesel
Pump-out
Water
30A
Showers

Full-service marina with a variety of amenities.

Quantico Marina

201 Potomac Ave, Quantico, VA 22134

Transient slips
$2.00/ft/night approx
LOA 40
Draft 5
Diesel
Water
30A
Showers

Military marina with limited public access.

St. Clements Marina

null

Transient slips
$2.00/ft/night approx
LOA 45
Draft 5
Diesel
Water

Quiet location with basic amenities.

Stafford Boat Club

Transient slips
$1.75/ft/night approx
LOA 30
Draft 4
Water
30A
Restrooms

A small club with limited amenities.

Tall Timbers Marina

null

Transient slips
$2.00/ft/night approx
LOA 50
Draft 5
Diesel
Pump-out
Water
30A
Showers

Great spot for transient sailors with a friendly atmosphere.

The Yacht Club of Washington

1050 W Potomac Park, SW

Transient slips
$2.50/ft/night approx
LOA 50
Draft 6
Water
30A
Showers
Restrooms

Private club with transient slips available.

Washington Yacht Club

1000 Water St SW

Transient slips
LOA 50
Draft 6
Water
30A
Showers
Restrooms

Private club with limited transient availability.

Woodbridge Marina

12300 Marina Way, Woodbridge, VA 22192

Transient slips
$2.50/ft/night approx
LOA 60
Draft 6
Diesel
Gas
Pump-out
Water
30A

Full-service marina with a restaurant nearby.

About Potomac River

Navigable cruising destination in the Chesapeake Bay area.

Chesapeake Bay area near Potomac River.

Status Note: Research pipeline candidate.

Key Topics

historic
scenic

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