Gig Harbor Marina & Boatyard
About
Gig Harbor Marina & Boatyard occupies a prime spot in one of Puget Sound's most charming maritime towns. The entire town of Gig Harbor has been recognized for its maritime heritage — a working fishing village that became a destination while somehow retaining its character. The harbor is perfectly protected, surrounded on three sides by wooded hillsides with Mount Rainier visible to the northeast on clear days. The waterfront promenade connects the marina to boutique shops, galleries, and some of the best restaurants in the South Sound. The boatyard has a reputation for quality haul-out work and carries skilled tradespeople for fiberglass, engine, and rigging repairs. Transient moorage fills quickly on summer weekends — the town draws as many visitors by land as by sea.
Specifications & Services
Fuel & Services
Fuel Diesel & gas 
Pump-out Available 
Haul-out Available Amenities
Events Near Gig Harbor
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Marine VHF Radio Operator Certification — Spring 2026
May 9, 2026 · Shilshole Bay Marina Community Room
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Anacortes Waterfront Festival 2026
May 16, 2026 – May 17, 2026 · Cap Sante Boat Haven
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Swiftsure International Yacht Race
May 23, 2026 – May 24, 2026 · Royal Victoria Yacht Club
Event details →Useful Guides for Visiting Sailors
Education hub →Seamanship · 13 min read
Docking and Mooring in Tidal Waters
Master docking techniques and mooring strategies for Pacific Northwest's challenging tidal environments.
Navigation · 20 min read
Tides and Currents in the Pacific Northwest
Seymour Narrows runs at sixteen knots. Cattle Pass produces standing waves. Active Pass schedules itself around BC Ferries. PNW navigation is governed by tides and currents — this is how to read them.
Seamanship · 14 min read
Anchoring in Pacific Northwest Waters
Twelve-foot tides, four-knot current in the passes, kelp on every shoreline, and a wind that can shift through three quadrants while you sleep. PNW anchoring is its own discipline.