About SkipperBud's Bay City
Experience boating on Saginaw River at SkipperBud's Bay City Marina. Discover boat slip rentals, amenities, and a friendly boating atmosphere. Secure your spot to enjoy the best of Bay City's waterfront. Location: 1809 S Water St, Bay City, MI 48708 (approx. N 43° 34.433′ / W 83° 54.050′) Summer Slips & Slip Policies Total slips: 21 wet slips available Slip assignments: Required annual deposit by December 1 to reserve next season; deposits are non‑refundable Slip sizes: Accommodate boats up to 60 ft in length On‑Site Services & Amenities Fuel: Dockside gasoline and diesel fueling Pump‑out: Yes, available on-site Service Center: Full mechanical, engine, hull, propeller, buff & wax, electronics & canvas services Storage & Shrink‑wrap: Seasonal wet slips, indoor/outdoor storage, winter prep, drystack Restrooms & Showers: Climate‑controlled restrooms and showers available Ice & Ship’s Store: Ice available, on-site chandler supply next door Electricity: 30‑amp power at slips Navigational Overview River Access: Located on the Saginaw River with easy access north toward Lake Huron and south toward Saginaw Bay via the Saginaw River channel Depth & Channel: Marina linked to deepened federal navigation channel; monitor local water levels and bridge openings upon departure. Nearby Facilities: Located near Cass Avenue and Johnson Street boat launches, marinas, and bridge crossings—ideal pit stops or staging points


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Weather Forecast
- W 5–8 knots.
- −1°C
- Chance of showers
- W 6 knots increasing to NW 12 knots. Gusts up to 21 knots.
- −2 to 1°C
- UV Index: 1 - Low
- Cloudy
- NW 13 knots increasing to 18 knots. Gusts up to 30 knots.
- Decreasing from 1 to −5°C
- UV Index: 0 - Low
- Cloudy