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Captains Wharf Marina

1408 Cowan Rd, Gulfport, MS 39507
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Captains Wharf Marina offers a prime destination for boating enthusiasts, located conveniently near the stunning waterfront of [City/Region]. With its strategic location, this marina provides easy access to some of the most breathtaking waterways and vibrant communities in the area. Boaters can choose from a variety of slip options tailored to accommodate different vessel sizes, ensuring a perfect fit for every craft.

Captains Wharf Marina is not just about docking; it’s a community. Boaters enjoy top-notch amenities including a modern fuel dock, secure boat storage, and well-maintained docking facilities. The friendly and knowledgeable staff is always on hand to assist, making it a welcoming haven for both seasoned sailors and newcomers alike. Whether you’re stopping by for a quick refuel or planning to dock long-term, Captains Wharf Marina stands out as a trusted choice for quality marina services in the heart of [City/Region].

Features

  • Secure year-round dockage
  • Deep-water access
  • On-site maintenance team
  • Prime waterfront location
  • Friendly professional staff

Amenities

  • Boat storage
  • Docking facilities
  • Fuel dock
  • Laundry facilities
  • Modern office
  • Parking
  • Pump-out station
  • Restrooms and showers
  • Ship store
  • Wi-Fi

Why book with us

  • Enjoy seamless waterfront access
  • Secure your boat with confidence
  • Relax with modern amenities
  • Access professional on-site services
  • Dock in a prime location

Frequently Asked Questions

How old do you have to be to rent a boat in Mississippi?

Under Mississippi’s operating age rule, a person must be at least 12 to operate a motorboat or personal watercraft without the special accompaniment requirement. An operator under 12 must be accompanied onboard by someone who is at least 21. The same rule applies to personal watercraft.

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks requires people born after June 30, 1980, to complete an approved boating education course, and required operators must carry their certificate onboard. A rental operator sets its own booking minimum, so confirm the rental age when reserving.

Source: Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (dmr.ms.gov)

Do you need a boating license in Mississippi?

Mississippi does not issue a traditional boating license, but operators born after June 30, 1980, must complete an approved boater education course and carry proof when operating a boat or personal watercraft on public waterways. Operators under 12 must have the certificate and be accompanied onboard by a parent, guardian, or other qualified person at least 21 years old.

State law exempts someone operating a motorboat rented from a motorboat rental business from the requirement to possess the certificate. MDWFP also allows someone replacing a lost card to download a temporary card. The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks administers the program.

Source: Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (mdwfp.com)

Where can you go boating from Gulfport, Mississippi?

From Gulfport, you can boat Mississippi Sound, Ship Island, Cat Island, Bernard Bayou and Turkey Creek. Put in at Gulfport Small Craft Harbor for the Sound; its marked entrance joins Gulfport Ship Channel. The Sound is island-sheltered, but boaters should remain chart-aware outside dredged channels. Ship Island offers open-water cruising, a natural harbor and boat-only beach access. Cat Island is a wooded barrier-island outing with a marked channel leading into shallower Sound waters.

For a quieter trip, launch at Gulfport Lake Boat Launch. Bernard Bayou can have light chop, while Turkey Creek offers flat water with light current.

Source: NOAA Office of Coast Survey (nauticalcharts.noaa.gov)

What are the most popular boating destinations near Gulfport, Mississippi?

From Gulfport, boaters use Mississippi Sound for day trips to Ship Island, Cat Island and Biloxi Small Craft Harbor. Ship Island combines a swimming beach with Fort Massachusetts, and the park map shows the passenger route from Gulfport. Cat Island is accessible by private boat and suits visitors prepared for a stop without staff, drinking water, shelter or other facilities. Biloxi Small Craft Harbor offers a downtown stop for docking and dining, with a public ramp, fuel dock, bait shop and seafood restaurant on site.

Source: National Park Service (nps.gov)

Location

1408 Cowan Rd, Gulfport, MS 39507

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