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Great Location, Endless Exploration

Our beautiful Pacific Northwest region features some of the most scenic, rugged, and wild yachting areas in the world. Whether you’re an eager beginner seeking day trips or an experienced mariner venturing on longer journeys, our waters offer endless possibilities. Start planning your next excursion today!

 
 

Helpful Tips

  • Best times to visit: The Summer months (June-August) are the most popular with the weather usually warmer and drier, but Spring and Autumn are often less busy and can boast some of the most beautiful scenery of the year.

  • Don’t forget your passport: If you’re planning on crossing (or going near) the Canadian border, don’t forget your passport—it’s essential even for marine travel.

  • Watch the weather: Keeping an eye on tide charts and local winds is crucial for safe and enjoyable boating!

  • Plan ahead for moorage: Amenities at moorage locations vary widely. Make sure to call ahead at your destination to ensure a comfortable and convenient stay, especially during the busy Summer season.

  • Join a boating event: If you want to gain some boating experience and camaraderie with fellow boaters sign-up for our Cutwater Cruise or Sabre and Back Cove Rendezvous.

Recommended Destinations

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Desolation Sound

The ultimate Pacific Northwest yachting destination where the mountains meet the water. Desolation Sound features an endless number of islands, bays, and inlets to explore. Expansive and beautiful, it is one of the top yachting destinations in the world.

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San Juan Islands

The San Juans are made up of many small islands. Only a day from Bellingham, they feature popular destinations such as Friday Harbor, Roche Harbor, and Sucia Island.

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Barkley Sound

Located on the west side of Vancouver Island, Barkley Sound is wild and unspoiled. To the north up the Pacific coast of Vancouver Island is the popular summer surfing destination city of Tofino, BC.

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Gulf Islands

The Gulf Islands are BC's version of the San Juans. They are close to the cities of Victoria, Sydney, and Nanimo on Vacouver Island.