Moorage

Dry Moorage, Daily & Seasonal Mooring Buoys

Dry Moorage

The Community Boating Center offers 24-hour access, on-site dry moorage for sailboats, kayaks, rowboats and other non-motorized vessels. Covered racks are available for kayaks and rowing shells; ground storage is available for trailer- or dolly-launched boats up to 26′.

We keep our prices as low as possible. Please fill out our inquiry form below to get on the list. It is difficult to anticipate wait times, usually there are more vacancies in the fall and winter and demand spikes in the spring; we will contact you ASAP about moving in!

We have limited space and lots of interest. We view our dry moorage as a resource to our community that should be offered to active users only. We require all boats to be used at least 5 times per year! Questions? Contact 360.714.8891 or info@boatingcenter.org for details.

Dry Moorage Form
close up of an adult kneeling at the bow of a keelboat near the metal railing unclipping the jib sail laying on the bow with the ocean an a large ferry floating near the docks in the background

Fairhaven Mooring Buoys

The information provided here is for reference only. The Port of Bellingham determines the cost and policies for the public moorage and may change at any time.

Contact the Port of Bellingham or The Community Boating Center for current rate information and availability.

  • The Community Boating Center manages the day-to-day aspects of the public moorage on behalf of the Port of Bellingham.

    Moorage is available only from May 1 – October 31. Reservations prior to the start of the season can be made only for monthly moorage once the needed paperwork is submitted.

    Water depth ranges from 17-24 feet.

    These waters are a no discharge area. The closest pump-out is in Squalicum Harbor.

    There are no utilities (power, pumpout, water), public restrooms are located at the boat launch.

    The minimum billing length for all moorage is 24′.

    No vessels over 35′ LOA.

  • Visitor moorage is allowed for up to three consecutive days (after which one must begin a monthly moorage contract).

    No reservations are taken, first come, first served

    No proof of vessel insurance is required.

    The daily rate is $0.50 per foot, with a 24′ billing minimum.

    Payment can be made:

    In-person at the Community Boating Center during business hours. (Check or Card only)

    Using payment envelopes and secure drop-box at the boat launch ramp. (Cash or Check only)

  • Monthly moorage is billed by the calendar month. Pro-rating is not available.

    The first month’s moorage payment is due in advance and is not refundable.

    Payment can be made online or in-person during the Boating Center’s business hours.

    Vessels must pay daily moorage until arranging a monthly moorage contract.

    Vessels staying from 4 days to 1 calendar month:

    Proof of insurance with at least $300,000 in liability coverage

    Vessels staying for over 1 month:

    Proof of insurance with at least $300,000 liability coverage

    Proof of Vessel Registration or USCG Documentation

    Port of Bellingham must be named as Additional Interest / Insured

    SEASONAL MOORAGE REQUEST FORM

The Port Management Area (P.M.A) and Anchoring

  • Below is a chart showing the Fairhaven Port Management Area shaded in RED.

  • Anchoring is not permitted inside the PMA.

  • Vessels left anchored inside the PMA may receive a notice and/or fine from the Port of Bellingham. 

  • Anchoring outside the PMA is governed by the Washington Administrative Code and managed by the State’s DNR.

  • Click here to view the Washington Administrative Code online which pertains to anchoring. 

  • Members of the public interested in anchoring should contact the State’s Department of Natural Resources with questions.

Interested in Harris Bay moorage? Fill out our reservation form below, and complete the Port of Bellingham moorage agreement.

Seasonal Moorage Form