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1. Can I reserve a mooring?

No, we do not take reservations.  They are first come, first serve. Please hail the Harbormaster on VHF CH 12 upon arrival or call our office at 401-466-3204.

2. Where can I buy a shellfish license?

In season:  New Harbor Boat Basin seasonal office,  Daily 9-3

Off Season: Town Hall , 16 Old Town Road, M-Th 9am-2pm, F 9am-12pm

Call the office at 401-466-3204 for further information.

3. What channel is the pumpout boat on?

You can reach the pumpout boat on VHF CH 73.

 Daily,  7am-5pm, Memorial Day through Columbus Day.

4. Where are the shower facilities?

Showers are available at Town Beach Pavilion 9:00am-5:00pm from June 22 to September 2, and at Old Harbor Dock 24 hours a day,  Memorial Day to Columbus Day. 

Tokens are available at both locations.  Rental mooring customers are permitted two free tokens with a valid mooring receipt.

5. Where can I get fuel?

In New Harbor, you can get fuel or diesel at:

    Champlin's Marina VHF CH 11, 401-466-7777 

    Payne's Dock 401-466-5572 (do not monitor radio).  

In Old Harbor, there is no fuel or diesel.

6. Is there launch service?

Yes, you can hail Oldport Launch on VHF CH 68.  They run out of the New Harbor Boat Basin doing pickups on moorings, anchorage and other marinas.  Ask the launch driver of the working hours as they fluctuate throughout the season.

7. Where can I anchor in New Harbor?

Preferred anchorage is east of the main navigation channel, your port side as you enter the harbor.  Hail the Harbormaster on VHF CH 12 for assistance. 

THERE IS NO ANCHORING:

 west of the main navigation channel

In the Town Mooring Rental Field

Within 100 ft of a commercial dock

Within 50 ft. of a residential dock, private mooring, or moored vessel

In the Navigation Channel, fairways or recreation area

8. Where can I anchor in Old Harbor?

There is limited anchorage west of the Ferry landing in Old Harbor.  You will most likely have to raft up with another vessel, especially on busy holiday weekends. You may hail the Old Harbor Dockmaster on VHF CH 12 for further assistance.

THERE IS NO ANCHORING:

Within 100 ft of a commercial dock

Within 50 ft. of a residential dock, private mooring, or moored vessel

In the navigation channel or fairways 

9. Where is the public dinghy dock?

The public dinghy dock is located just past Payne's Dock at the end of the main navigation channel.  It is right in front of Dead Eye Dick's restaurant.

PUBLIC DINGHY DOCK RULES

• DINGHIES 12’ AND UNDER ONLY
• NO OVERNIGHT DOCKAGE
• DINGHIES LEFT ON DOCK FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS WILL BE REMOVED
• VESSELS IN VIOLATION WILL BE IMPOUNDED AND FINED $100.00 PER DAY

All three marinas also have dinghies.  Check with each marina for their policies.

10. How much is a shellfish license?

Resident: $25

Weekly: $25

Monthly (30 Days): $37

Golden (65 and older): $10

Veteran: $10

Non-resident In Season (May 15-October 15): $65

Non-resident Off Season (October 16-May 14): $85

11. Can I get a refund if I pay for my mooring but have to leave early?

No, mooring payments are non-refundable.  Your payment goes towards a credit for your next visit.