Swantown Marina
About
Located in Olympia at the southern tip of Puget Sound, Swantown Marina serves as the gateway to Budd Inlet and the capital city's waterfront. The marina provides excellent access to the state Capitol, museums, and downtown dining. Protected waters and good holding make it ideal for exploring the southern Sound. An important stopover for cruisers heading to or from the lower Salish Sea.
Specifications & Services
Fuel & Services
Fuel Diesel & gas 
Pump-out Available 
Haul-out Not available Amenities
Events Near Olympia
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Swantown Marina Fall Rendezvous 2026
Sep 26, 2026 – Sep 27, 2026 · Swantown Marina & Boatworks
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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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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.