November 17th, 2008 — Boating, Fuel Dock, General store, Pump Out Station, Restaurant, Tahoe
Tahoe Keys Marina is located on the south shore of Lake Tahoe.
Phone: 530-541-2155
Fuel Dock: Yes, fuel is available at this location. The marina offers both regular gas and diesel.
Pumpout: This marina does offer a pumpout service.
Services Available:
This is a very well stocked marina that offers pretty much everything you could ever need. There is a full service chandlery on site as well as a mini-mart. Restroom and showers are available and everything you need is within walking distance. In addition to their standard services detailed below, the marina also supplies boat covers, rigging, rentals and many other special add-ons. Fishing is very popular here and you'll find all you need at the mini mart in the way of bait and extra supplies.
What You Need to Know:
This is a great spot for the whole family and even if some members don't like boating, they'll find plenty of other things to do. Balloon rides are offered and are very popular with a lot of the visitors, especially children. The restaurant, called The Fresh Ketch offers an incredible dining experience that features not only fresh caught fish right from the lake, but numerous other entrees. They specialize in traditional food as well as creative cuisine and the wine list is quite extensive.
Overall, this is one of the nicest marinas on the lake and well worth the time. With fuel, pumpout services and many other features, it's pretty much a one stop shop and can make your vacation go very smoothly. Many travelers prefer to leave their boats here all winter thanks to the excellent care and winterization services that offered to year round customers. If you frequently boat Lake Tahoe, this is a great way to get around having to drag your boat with you every year.
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Fees:
LAUNCH SERVICE PRICES
Round Trip $30 Assisted launch w/fork $45
Season Pass $500 Fork lift $15 per foot, per lift
Out Only $20 Travel lift $20 per foot, per lift
Single Jet Ski $20 Labor $75 per man, per hour
Two Jet Ski $30 Equipment $60 per hour
TRAILER STORAGE
Daily $1 per axle per day + $20 Labor ($10 to put away $10 to retrieve)
Season $200 for six-month season
Year Round $365
(Excluding Holidays...Space not guaranteed)
SLIP RENTAL FEES
Daily $2 per foot per day (Excluding Holidays)
Weekly $9 per foot per week
Monthly $22 per foot per month
Season* $20 per foot per month (Paid in advance only)
Yearly 25' or smaller $16 per foot per month (Paid in advanced only)
26' and larger $18 per foot per month (Paid in advanced only)
Holidays $11 per foot, 3 day rental (Paid in advanced only)
COMMISSIONING FEES
Outside Contractors $200 per day
ADDITIONAL FEES
Water Quality Control* $1.25 per day
Dredging Fee* $1.00 per day
*Charged to all boats staying on land or in the water at the marina. Electricity: metered slips are charged for what they use + $8 per month for reading. All non-metered slips are $10 per month.
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July 30th, 2008 — Boat Repair, Boating, Fuel Dock, Full service marinas, Pump Out Station
Obexer's is located on the west shore of Lake Tahoe.
Phone: 530-525-7962
Fuel Dock: Yes, this marina does offer a fuel dock.
Pumpout: This facility does provide a pumpout service.
Services Available:
This is definitely a full service marina and everything under the sun that you could ever require can be found here. The chandlery is simply incredible and offers numerous repair services as well as preventative maintenance. They also offer special restoration services for aging boats.
What You Need to Know:
This is an incredibly historic marina that first opened in 1911. Since that time it has become one of the most popular marinas on the lake and the staff works hard to make sure that you are completely happy with your stay. The original family still runs the marina so the attention to quality that was first there in 1911 is still alive and strong. The prices are incredibly reasonable given the level of service and attention that customers receive.
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Fees:
No Access-No Usage $375.00/month
Launch/Retrievals by Obexer's
(Forklift or ramp launch.) $625.00/month
Cradle Storage $250.00/season
Trailer Storage $500.00/season
Covers & Frames N/A Customer Responsibility
SLIPS
Our harbor currently holds 38 slips. Sailboats are not allowed in these slips. If your boat has an offshore motor, we ask that you use a silencer for it as there are homes on the property.
Slips are rented for the season only. A $1200.00 deposit is required by May 10th and will be applied toward the slip rental rate. Once you are renting a slip, we will offer it to you again the following summer before offering it to anyone on the waiting list.
OUR SLIP WAITING LIST IS FULL - WE ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTING NAMES FOR THE LIST.
Rates do NOT include a mandatory 6% State Lands Tax.
Up to 20 feet $3,095.00
Up to 24 feet $3,720.00
Up to 26 feet $4,020.00
Up to 30 feet $4,840.00
Up to 36 feet $5,815.00
Up to 40 feet $6,465.00
BUOYS
Our buoy field currently holds 15 Buoys. We try to reserve these buoys for sailboats or for larger offshore boats.
Buoys are rented for the season only. A $1200.00 deposit is required by May 10th and will be applied toward the buoy rental rate. Once you are renting a buoy, we will offer it to you again the following summer before offering it to anyone on the waiting list.
OUR BUOY WAITING LIST IS FULL - WE ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTING NAMES FOR THE LIST.
Rates do NOT include a mandatory 6% State Lands Tax.
27' and Under $2350.00/season
28' and Over $2500.00/season
RAMP FEES
The TWO-LANE ramp is accessible 7 days a week. Please be courteous of the homes on the property and be aware of boats at the gas dock if the lake level is low.
SEASON PASS (non-refundable, no prorates) $250.00
ROUND TRIP (in/out same day) $20.00
ONE WAY (in OR out) $12.00
RAMP LAUNCH BY OBEXER'S VEHICLE $50.00
RAMP HAUL OUT BY OBEXER'S VEHICLE $50.00
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July 1st, 2008 — Boating, Guest Berths, Marina
Phone: 800.359.7234
Average Water Depth: The average depth is around 11 feet, but this can change with the weather and conditions. We always recommend calling ahead before you arrive to check the current depth information.
Marine Standby Channel: At this time, the marina is only reachable by phone.
Is there a pumpout station?
No, this marina does not offer a pumpout service. However, there are a few in the area that do. You can get directions from the marina management to the nearest pumpout station.
Is there a fuel dock?
Again, this marina does not offer this service, but others in the area do. Please ask for more information about nearby fuel docks. The nearby Chevron Fuel Dock is probably the most commonly used facility for those staying at this marina.
Services provided:
You'll find restrooms and showers here, but no laundry facilities. While there is no onsite restaurant, chandlery or store, there are plenty within easy walking distance from the marina office. Although there are not a lot of amenities, the staff here is incredibly helpful and the marina is very well cared for. They do offer security services, and plenty of other little features that make them well worth the stop. Water and electricity are provided at all docks, at no charge, which is rare indeed.
Are any guest facilities provided?
Yes, they provide guests with access to the docks and electricity is provided. There are fees associated with this and there may be a waitlist. Please call ahead to check current availability before you arrive.
What You Need to Know:
This is a popular marina and it is a good idea to check first before you plan to be in the area if you will need to use their services. They have a rather long waitlist, and if you're interested in docking your boat in this area, we recommend getting on it as soon as possible. Openings do occur and the overall fee to be included is pretty low considering other marinas. We included information below on how to get included on the list. In addition to the deposit fee there are a few documents you'll need to fill out to be added.
Is there a boat launch? No, this facility does not have a boat ramp or launch. There are a few nearby however if you do need this service.
Fees:
SIDE TIES.....................................................$13.50/ft.
32' SLIPS.....................................................$15.00/ft.
32'SINGLE BERTH ..............................................$15.25/ft.
35' SLIPS.....................................................$15.50/ft.
45' SLIPS.....................................................$16.50/ft.
45' SINGLE BERTH..............................................$16.75/ft.
50' SLIPS.....................................................$17.50/ft.
END TIES......................................................$18.50/ft.
*ALL RATES ARE PER FOOT PER MONTH.
*SLIPS FEES CALCULATED BY SLIP SIZE.
*ADDITIONAL CHARGE FOROVERHANG(MAXIMUM 4 FT).
*SIDE TIES/END TIES CALCULATED BY BOAT SIZE INCLUDING BOW SPRIT,
SWIM STEP, DINGHYAND ANY OVERHANGS.
*LIVEABOARD STATUS ONLY ON AVAILABILITY AND APPROVAL. $150 PER
MONTH IN ADDITION TO SLIP FEES. $100 FOR EXTRA PERSON PER
MONTH.
Waitlist Fees and Requirements
? $100 deposit refundable at any time
? Completed slip rental application
? Current photos of your vessel
? Current insurance and registration or USCG documentation
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June 19th, 2008 — Boating, Guest Berths, Huntington Beach, Marina, Pump Out Station
Phone: (714) 840-1387
Marine Stand By Channel? Yes, the marina monitors channel 16.
Average Water Depth? At this time, they do not provide the exact depth. Please contact them before arrival for the current water depths.
Is there a pumpout station?
Yes, the marina offers this service.
Is there a fuel dock?
Although there is no fuel dock at this location, there is one nearby that offers several different kinds of fuels.
Are there any guest facilities?
Guests can access the docks and slips for a fee. Space is very limited so it is best to call ahead before you arrive to make sure that they have enough space for you.
Is there a boat ramp?
Yes, the marina offers this service. In addition, they also have a repair facility.
What you need to know:
This is considered to be one of the nicest marinas in Huntington Beach. They currently have 325 slips, but there is a waiting list. We recommend getting on it as soon as possible since new openings are available on a regular basis. The slips are high quality concrete and are single loading for easier access. Everything here from the docks to the restrooms are incredibly well maintained and the staff is very helpful.
In addition to their regular services, this marina hosts numerous events throughout the year. It is a great place to bring the whole family, especially for the much loved Duck-a-Thon. If you love fishing, you can't afford to miss the special Swap Meet held here every June. It is a chance to pick up some really rare and useful finds. This is truly one of the best marinas on the coast.
What kind of services are offered?
15 minutes to open water
Temporary guest mooring available by reservation
State of the art security access system
Shops on boardwalk
4 onsite restaurants, 12 more within easy walking distance
Marina Chandlery (West Marina) onsite
Yacht sales & brokerage
Dock-side trash removal service daily
30 and/or 50 amp electric service
Water and phone integrated into dock boxes
Pump out facility
Immaculate restroom, shower and laundry facilities
private parking
Fees:
At this time, the marina has not provided any fee information. They are known however for their very reasonable rates. Please contact the management for exact information on their slip fees as well as any wait list fees that they might have.
How to Get There:
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The Marina provided the following information on how to find them by land - please contact them for chart information on how to access the marina by sea.
Nestled in Huntington Harbour on the Southern California Coast, Peter's Landing Marina is located between Long Beach to the North and Newport Beach to the South. Nearby Airports (30 minute drive) include Orange County/John Wayne and Long Beach with Los Angeles International approximately an hour's drive to the North. Easily accessible from the 405 FWY, Warner Avenue is the exit to take coming from the South and Seal Beach Blvd. from the North.
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May 23rd, 2008 — Boating, Book Review
After Charlie Wing published his book on living aboard, many readers were upset that it really didn't cover the technical aspects of life aboard a ship. So, this new book from Wing was a pleasant surprise, even if the title is decidedly non-technical. However, if you want to know about how boat "things" work, this book is definitely a must read. The author is an incredibly gifted and popular writer and he is very good at making even complex things easy to understand. When you're done reading this book, you'll feel empowered to completely go over your boat and know what each every thing is and what it does.
The book takes an in-depth look at every single component on a boat, from the engines to the freshwater systems. The helpful diagrams and illustrations make it easy to understand what you're dealing with and what the part should be doing. For those who have difficulty diagnosing problems on their boat, this is a terrific guide that makes it easy even for novices to get their hands dirty and figure out what the problem is. By informing yourself on the "things" inside your boat, you'll be able to understand what repairs are necessary and when it's vital to take your boat into a chandlery.
Over 80 devices and "things" are illustrated in full throughout the course of the book and the author does a great job of making sure that it is easy to understand their purposes, and what they do on your boat. We highly recommend this book for new owners, especially if they do not have any experience in dealing with their boats or are completely new to the entire boating world. However, even experienced mariners can take something away from this book and it's certainly helpful to keep it on board during a trip.
The author divided each part into a two page spread, with illustrations and while the information isn't terribly technical, you'll still be able to easily understand each component. This is a great resource if you're trying to troubleshoot problems on your boat or if you're trying to learn more about how the engine works. If you're planning a long trip out on the water or the ocean, we really recommend reading the entire book first and then keeping it with you should any problems occur. You'll feel a lot more confident about handling any issues that may crop up during your journey.
Overall, this is a book that we can highly recommend. While it could have covered more systems within the boat, the author only had so much space. As it stands, it's well written and the illustrations are incredible. The intended audience is definitely the novice crew, but the author did a great job of breaking down the terms and making everything easy to understand. This is a terrific book for all boaters and should be considered a great crash course into how boats work.
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