South Port Marine (South Portland, ME)

South Port Marine
14 Ocean St, South Portland, ME 04106

Date of Service: Thursday, 7/9/26 – Wednesday, 7/15/26 (Slip A62)
Cons: Flight Traffic Noise, Narrow Approach Channel, Slow Fuel Pump, & Steep Moving Passage to Other Docks
Pros: Cleanliness, Complimentary WiFi, Dock Condition (A Dock), Dock Depth (8′ MLW), Dock Hands (4), Electricity Voltage, Floating Docks, Friendly Staff, Fuel Dock Hands (2), Fuel Prices, Gated Docks, Hours, Location (Portland’s Old Port), Management Presence, Mail Deliveries Welcome, Minimal Boat Traffic, Online Booking Responsiveness (Dockwa), Organization, Quote Scope Appearance, Security Camera Surveillance, Tender Exploration Friendly, & Timely Produced Quote

• 30, 50, 100, 110, & 220 Amp Power
• Certifications: American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) & National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA)
• Fuel
• Gas Grills & Picnic Table Area
• Indoor Boat Storage
• Launch Ramp
• Laundry ($)
• Leading New England Boat Dealer
• Locations: Danvers, MA & South Portland, ME
• Maintenance & Repair Services: Autopilot, Canvas Upholstery, Carpentry Woodworking, Climate Control, Electrical (AC, DC), Engine (Inboard, Outboard), Friendly Staff, Generator, Hull, Hydraulics, Jet Drive, Navigation System, Paint Varnish, Plumbing Sanitation, Refrigeration, Propeller, Refrigeration, Rigging, & Sail System
• Oil Recycling
• Pet Friendly
• Pump Out ($5)
• Professional Boat Rental Fleet
• Security
• Ship Store
• Shower Bathrooms
• Storage Service
• 170 Slip Marina
• Travel Lift (55 Tons)

Comments: Best fuel prices in the area ($4.58/gal).

BoatUS Members receive 10 cents off on 500+ gallons of fuel. However, not during peak season.

Conveniently located on Casco Bay, ME area.

Dining options within a short walk: Asian House Kitchen & Bar (Asian), CIA Cafe (American), Kume Sushi Lounge (Sushi), Q Street Diner (American), SoPo Seafood (Seafood), The Garden Bar (American), The Send Brewing Co (Japanese), Taco Trio (Mexican), The Streetwich (Asian), and Verbena Restaurant.

Do-It-Yourself (DIY) permitted.

Easy access to restaurants and shops.

Exploring Fort Scammel (Portland, ME) via tender is strictly prohibited because it sits on House Island, which is entirely privately owned.

Kip (General Manager/Principal Operator) has been featured in the popular YouTube Channel, In Too Deep featuring Gus.

Hours vary: Sunday – Wednesday 8AM – 6PM and Thursday – Saturday 8AM – 8PM.

Metered electricity for non-transients.

Most protected dockage in Casco Bay, ME.

Onsite restaurant Saltwater Grille permanently closed. According to staff did not survive post COVID-19. However, The Send Brewing Co (Japanese) is right across the street.

Portland’s Old Port (Public Dinghy Dock) is roughly 0.7NM with a 6 hour maximum tie-up limit, 10 – 15 minute walk into the heart of the Old Port’s, featuring historic cobblestoned streets for boutique shopping, craft breweries, and world-class restaurants.

Residential condo complex, Harbor Place Condos directly overlooking the marina.

Slow fuel pump for 500 gallons. Dock tank capacity is around 2,000 gallons for large volumes a truck delivery can be arranged with the office at the fuel price.

Staff appeared as suggested to scope projects (carpentry and fiberglass work) upon arrival.

Taylor L, office staff personally came down to welcome us.

Tender accessible dining options: Diamond’s Edge Restaurant (American), DiMillo’s On the Water (Seafood), Flatbread Company (Pizza), Luke’s Lobster Portland Pier (Seafood), North 43 Bistro (American), and The Porthole Restaurant & Pub (Seafood).

Tender Exploration friendly is Bug Light Park is roughly 0.9NM with a scenic local park. Calm weather conditions, beach the tender along the sandy stretches of the cove just south of the lighthouse to picnic or walk along the paved paths. Peaks Island roughly 2.3NM either drop an anchor close to the beach near the ferry terminal or tie up at the public landing area. Charming island community with artistic shops, bike rentals, and seaside dining.

Within walking distance to grocery stores, Hannaford (roughly 0.3 mile walk, 5 – 7 minutes) and Shaw’s Supermarket at Mill Creek (roughly 0.4 mile walk, 7 – 9 minutes). Additionally, Rusty Lantern Market (roughly 0.8 mile walk) and Shoppers True Value Hardware (roughly 0.6 mile walk).

Stay Again: Yes