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Boat Works Marina

100 River Rd, Washington, NC 27889
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Dockage, Storage & Launch ramp
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Washington, North Carolina, is home to Boat Works Marina, a family-owned marina at the mouth of Runyon Creek in Washington Park. Across from the Wildlife Boat Ramp, the marina provides access toward the Pamlico River, with approximately nine feet of bridge clearance noted for that route. It serves pontoon, center console and small fishing boats with wet boat slips, private ramp access and floating docks. On-site trailer storage supports boat storage for boaters who keep their boats out of the water.

Members can use water and electrical availability for rinsing boats or charging electronics, then clean catches at the fish table. The air-conditioned Captain’s Lounge includes restroom facilities, seating and a refrigerator, while designated trailer parking adds convenience ashore. The setting is designed for time on the river, fishing outings and relaxed gatherings before or after boating. Contact Boat Works Marina to arrange a visit or discuss dockage.

Features

  • Pamlico River access
  • Small boat accommodations
  • Family owned operation
  • Fish catch preparation

Amenities

  • Slips & Dockage
  • Boat Storage
  • Launch, Ramp & Lift
  • Lounge & Clubhouse
  • Restrooms & Showers
  • Parking
  • Fishing
  • Seating & Comfort

Why book with us

  • Launch without waiting in line at the private ramp
  • Rinse boats or charge electronics on site
  • Relax in an air-conditioned lounge with restroom facilities
  • Prepare catches at the fish table after fishing
  • Store trailered boats in designated on-site spots

Frequently Asked Questions

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

North Carolina sets no general minimum age for operating an ordinary motorboat, but personal watercraft operators must be at least 14. Under G.S. 75A-13.3, a 14- or 15-year-old may operate a PWC only with a person at least 18 physically aboard who complies with G.S. 75A-16.2, or while carrying proof of age and approved boating safety certification. For vessels with motors of 10 horsepower or more, operators born on or after January 1, 1988 must meet the boating education requirement. The rental operator sets its own minimum, so confirm it when booking.

Source: North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (ncwildlife.gov)

Do you need a boating license in North Carolina?

North Carolina uses a boater education requirement rather than a conventional boating license: operators born on or after January 1, 1988 must have proof of approved education when operating a vessel with a motor of 10 horsepower or greater on public waters. This includes personal watercraft. PWC operators generally must be 16; ages 14 or 15 may operate with a compliant adult aboard or with proof of age and approved education, while children under 14 may not operate.

Exceptions include an authorized operator named on a rental or lease agreement, a 90 day state temporary certificate for a new or transferred boat, onboard direct supervision by a qualified adult at least 18, and qualifying nonresidents. The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission administers the requirement.

Source: North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (ncwildlife.gov)

Where can you go boating from Washington, North Carolina?

From Washington, you can follow the Pamlico River and turn into Runyon Creek, Goose Creek, Bath Creek or Broad Creek. The Pamlico is the main route from the city toward Pamlico Sound, with downtown docks and a harbor. Havens Gardens provides a ramp on Runyon Creek, whose low bridges favor smaller, low-profile boats. Goose Creek is a broad, lazy creek with a ramp at Dinah’s Landing and shallow water along the nearby Pamlico beach. Bath Creek has a marked but shoal-edged entrance requiring chart attention. Broad Creek has a marked channel and no-wake markers.

Source: Beaufort County (beaufortcountync.gov)

What are the most popular boating destinations near Washington, North Carolina?

Boaters leaving Washington make day trips to Bath, Goose Creek State Park, Blounts Bay and Grimesland. Bath is a useful shore stop, with Harding’s Landing state dock on Bath Creek and waterfront picnic tables near the Bonner House. Goose Creek State Park combines Pamlico River beach access with picnicking and trails. Blounts Bay is a local raft-up destination, while Grimesland is used for boating cookouts.

Source: NC Historic Sites (historicsites.nc.gov)

Location

100 River Rd, Washington, NC 27889

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