Marinas and Boating Opportunities
Whether you're an owner of nautical options, a boating enthusiast or simply seeking sailing options, our community is uniquely situated right along the Potomac and Anacostia Rivers.
Boating opportunities can be as varied as the choices of boats themselves -- whether its kayaking or canoeing; paddleboating to sailing to cruising -- the Southwest and near Southeast community has much to offer. As we continue the development of this website, we welcome you to come back and visit this page for updates on sports activities and programs in the neighborhood as they become available.
| Marinas | Yacht Clubs |
| Boating Opportunities | Charter/Private Boating Options |
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Buzzard Point Marina
26 V Street, SW
Washington, DC 20024
202-488-8400
A full service marina with a full time mechanic on duty for repairs providing wash and wax services as well as bottom paint services. All 50 of slips are deep water (6'MLW) in addition to having
dry storage both inside and out. Can accommodate up to 100 boats inside and 40 outside on the racks. Fork lift services are available to all dry storage boats between the hours of 8 am and 5 pm Mon- Sat. and on Sundays open until 4 pm. Transient slips are available to travelers on an as needed basis.
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Gangplank Marina
600 Water Street, SW
Washington, DC 20024
202-554-5000
Gangplank is a 309 slip marine facility located in the protected waters of the Washington Channel within walking distance of the Washington Monument. This facility provides a distinctive venue
for local and transient boaters seeking the best of all worlds - the luxury of a boater's life and the proximity to the cosmopolitan attractions of the Nation's Capital. It's the perfect on-the-Potomac
escape -- whether for a week, a season or for a lifetime.
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James Creek Marina
200 V Street, SW
Washington, DC 20024
202-554-8844
The James Creek Marina was first constructed in 1913 as the Corinthian Yacht Club. It was transferred to the National Park Service under the name Ft. McNair Yacht Basin in 1964.
In September 1988, the name of the marina was changed to the James Creek Marina after the body of water that ran in this area.
In 1990, the marina was completely renovated. All the existing pilings, docks and structures we removed or demolished. The marina was dredged, a sea wall
was built along the existing shoreline, and new Meeco floating docks were installed. In 2008, Guest Services, Inc. assumed management responsibilities for the marina.
James Creek Marina is a non-liveaboard marina. |
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Washington Marina
1300 Maine Avenue, SW
Washington, DC 20024
202-554-0222
In 1938, by Presidential Order, President Franklin D. Roosevelt declared that the nation's capital needed a "first class" marina to meet the needs of recreational boaters and
"Yacht Basin One" was established as the result of this presidential order.
In 1951, the District of Columbia government contacted Mr. C.M. Stickell, owner of Stickell Marine in Baltimore, and asked him to take over operation of "Yacht Basin One." Mr. Stickell agreed and on September 1, 1951, The Washington Marina Company began operations.
The Washington Marina Co. maintains one of the largest inventories of marine engine parts and accessories in the country as well as offering transient slips (no liveaboards, no wood boats), boats, trailers, motors, inflatables, and generators. |
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Capital Yacht Club
1000 Water Street, SW
Washington, DC 20024
202-488-8110
The Capitol Yacht Club was formed on October 19, 1892 by nine yachtsman who met on the naptha powered launch ALERT in order to hire a watchman to keep an eye on their vessels anchored in the newly
formed Washington Channel. From its inception, the Capitol Yacht Club was heavily involved with racing. Several regattas were held each year and the Capitol Yacht Club was a charter member of the Chesapeake Bay Yacht
Racing Association (CBYRA) that began informally in 1906 and incorporated in 1910. |
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District Yacht Club
1409 Water Street, SE
Washington, DC 20003
202-543-9788
The District Yacht Club (DYC) is a membership boat club of boating enthusiast who enjoy boating, fellowship and family. Amenities include a clubhouse, marine railway and shop facility. The Club presently has 45 slips. The Members of DYC enjoy land
and water-based social events throughout the year. The club takes pride in working closely with the U.S. Park Service, the District Government, and environmental organizations in their goal to revitalize the Anacostia River.
The mission of the club is to maintain a non-sectarian, non-political, and non-profit association for the members; and promote fraternalism, friendship and social interaction among the boating fraternity and club members; and to provide a boating facility for our members and to encourage safe boating practices on the waterways.
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Capitol Rowing Club
Club location:
Anacostia Community Boathouse
1115 O Street, SE (under 11th Street Bridge)
Washington, DC 20003
1-866-457-2582
202-548-0038
Mailing address:
Capital Rowing Club
PO Box 66211
Washington, DC 20035-6211
Capital Rowing Club is committed to bringing rowing opportunities and excellence in rowing to the diverse community of the Anacostia River and the larger Washington DC area. Capital is a volunteer-directed,
non-profit, educational organization offering rowing instruction for people of all ages, income, and levels of physical ability. Capital Rowing Club offers the benefits of recreational and competitive rowing --
discipline, camaraderie, fitness, knowledge of water safety, and the appreciation for the Anacostia River as a valuable natural and recreational resource -- to everyone.
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DC Dragon Boat Club
Practice location: 600 Water Street, SW
Washington, DC 20024
202-507-9561
Founded in March 2008, The DC Dragon Boat Club, Inc. promotes individual and community participation in the sport of Dragon Boating to encourage awareness and stewardship of the area's waterways through recreational and competitive programs that foster physical fitness, camaraderie, and leadership skills.
People have been racing dragon boats for over 2,000 years. The sport has 3 basic components: a boat, a steersperson, and a crew.
The crew sits side-by-side, and can have up to 22 per boat. Races are held around both the region and world, and at different levels of competition. Dragon Boating is a fun, healthy, refreshing sport in open water and open air that imparts many physical and social benefits. It is one of the best sports for the core, legs, and back muscles, shoulders, arms and thighs.
It is a team sport with a dash of culture and a great competitive edge to surely bring that athlete out of you. Contact Toan Pham for more information.
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DC Sail
DC Sail Office:
National Maritime Heritage Foundation
236 Massachusetts Ave NE, Suite 410
Washington, DC 20002
Marina Location:
Gangplank Marina
600 Water St SW
Washington, DC 20024
202-547-1250
DC Sail's mission is to promote and sustain affordable educational,
and competitive sailing programs for all ages in a fun and safe environment. DC Sail empowers its participants to develop
self-respect and sportsmanship, foster teamwork, and cultivate sailing skills and an appreciation for maritime-related
activities. In addition, DC Sail enhances the DC community by using sailing to bolster community spirit and volunteerism.
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Tidal Basin Paddle Boats
1501 Maine Avenue, SW
Washington, DC 20024
202-479-2426
Admission / Cost
$10.00 per hour - 2 passenger boat
$18.00 per hour - 4 passenger boat
Open through September from 10:00 am - 6:00 pm (with the last boat out at 5:00 pm). Participants may make advanced group reservations for times between 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, on the hour.
Pre-registration guarantees boat rentals. |
Charter/Private Boating Options |
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Capital Yacht Charters
1300 Maine Avenue, SW
Washington, DC 20024
202-554-0677
Capital Yacht Charters (CYC) provides the most unique setting for great events not only features four exciting and beautiful yachts, but also provides
the catering, entertainment and experienced staff to make your event truly wonderful. From casual parties to fun corporate affairs, rehearsal dinners to unique weddings, they've arranged hundreds of
Washington's most unforgettable events.
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Carefree Boat Club
600 Water Street, SW
Washington, DC 20024
1-866-262-8322
Carefree Boat Club of Washington DC offers the ability to enjoy unlimited usage and a wide variety of boats through membership. The Carefree Boat Club of Washington, DC is located at the Gangplank Marina on the Potomac River. |
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Elite Private Yacht
Gangplank Marina
600 Water Street SW
Washington, DC 20024
866-404-8439
For private parties of 25 to 100, Capital Elite offers elegant and distinctive climate-controlled dining decks and outdoor patio seating for breakfast, lunch, cocktail, dinner, moonlight cruises or custom chartered events. |
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The U.S.S. Sequoia Presidential Yacht
Gangplank Marina
600 Water Street SW
Washington, DC 20024
202-333-0011
The Sequoia Presidential Yacht is a fully restored, 104-foot, 1925 Trumpy-designed yacht that has served more than nine Presidents. It is thus not a surprise
that Congress designated the Sequoia a National Historic Landmark. This is perhaps the most important piece of Americana in private hands, and it may be the most famous vessel in America. The Sequoia is available, for a limited time, for exclusive charters in the Washington, D.C. area.
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