Sakonnet Point Marina

If you're tired of the noise, crowds and congestion of the "city by the sea" then come experience the peaceful beauty of Sakonnet. Our location just east of Newport makes us a competitive and enticing alternative as a layover on your way to the Elizabeth islands, Martha's Vineyard, Cape Cod and Nantucket. Upon your arrival our experienced and dedicated staff will assist you making your docking easy and hassle free. We offer gas which is delivered by truck on Friday mornings at 11:00 am. Diesel is available on Monday's and Thursday's at 3:00pm. Goulart petroleum accepts cash, check, MasterCard and Visa. They can be reached at (401) 635-4530. From the west At R "2" Q R WHIS south of Brenton Reef, it's a straight shot east –northeast for about 5.5 miles to G "1" BELL off Cormorant Reef. Keep south of this buoy. Then, head another 1.4 miles to R "2A" Bell at the entrance to the Sakonnet River. As you enter the Sakonnet River Be aware of the fish trap on your starboard side it is marked on your charts. This fish trap is connected to our breakwater you must go around on the north side. From here, head straight to the northeast to Fl R 4s 34 ft 8M "2" at the entrance to Sakonnet Harbor. From the east Stay at least 1 mile offshore here, and make a course for GR C at Elisha Ledge. Rounding this buoy to either side, it's about 1.6 miles west to R "2" Bell marking Schuyler Ledge, 1 mile south of Sakonnet Point. Stay to the south of R "2" Bell as you head west. Pass the R "2" Bell by about a mile, keeping a mile offshore to avoid the rocks and fish traps. (Please note the legend on your chart for the areas around Newport and Sakonnet that mark the areas where fish traps are located) There are two privately maintained Y Fl Y 2.5s markers west of West Island and about a half mile apart. These identify fish traps that are fished until about mid-June….keep them to the east. Then, turn northwest toward R "2A" Bell. Both West and East Island are uninhabited; keep a safe distance. From R "2A" Bell, it's another mile to Fl R 4s 34 ft 8M "2" on the north end of the breakwater at Sakonnet Harbor.