Check-in/Check-out
Check-in at the Boat Basin is at 1:00 pm. Please radio our office on VHF channels 9/11 upon arrival and you will be directed to your berth.
Check-out on the day of your departure should be no later than 11:00 am.
Concierge Service
The Concierge is located at the Boat Basin office on Swains Wharf. Our concierge staff can assist you with restaurant reservations; bike and scooter rentals; fishing, sailing and airplane charters; pet sitting and babysitting; golf and tennis times; taxi service and more. We're also available to help with more elaborate requests such as party and clambake catering, and on-board massage and spa services.
Complimentary Pump-Out Facilities
Nantucket is a no-discharge harbor. The Boat Basin offers slip-side pump-out facilities at all three wharves from 8am - 5pm daily. To schedule a free pump out please call the dockmaster at 508.325.1352.
Graywater
Nantucket water is among a few remaining on the East Coast that contain commercial and recreational populations of oysters, claims, quahogs, and cold water scallops. Therefore we must be diligent in our attempt to mitigate all manner of pollution.
- Surfactants (soaps and detergents) exhibit toxicity towards marine life and water quality. We must limit the amount of surfactants entering into the water column.
- Nantucket waters have been declared a federally designated NO DISCHARGE ZONE; do not discharge any treated or untreated sewage or any rubbish or garbage into these waters. The Boat Basin has a free pump-out service for black water and gray water; please call the office to arrange an appointment.
- Local by-laws also prohibit the discharge of gray water. We ask that you mitigate as much as possible the gray water that enters Nantucket waters. Nantucket Boat Basin has 18 bathroom/shower facilities located among the three main wharves as well as a coin operated laundry facility. We encourage you to use the onshore facilities.
- When washing your boat, Nantucket by-laws require that you use only environmentally-safe, biodegradable cleaning products. It is illegal to use onboard dishwashers and washing machines that discharge overboard into Nantucket waters.
Recycling & Environment:
The Town of Nantucket strictly enforces its laws on recycling and is very stringent on what refuse is allowed in its landfill. We are all expected to comply with 100% recycling. That means that there is zero tolerance for mixed, or non-complying, rubbish. For your convenience there are 35 sets of three recycle bins (glass, plastic & aluminum) located throughout the docks. The following items can be deposited for recycling: bottles/glass, tin/aluminum, newspapers/magazines and cardboard. Cardboard, newspapers and magazines may be tied in bundles or placed in clear plastic bags. Cardboard must be flattened and reduced to pieces 3' x 3' or smaller.
- All trash must be in clear plastic bags. Dark or non-transparent bags are not allowed. Clear bags can be purchased at your local supermarket or through the Boat Basin when you arrive.
- Household waste must be in one bag. This includes food waste, animal waste, paper and cardboard food containers, Styrofoam, and paper products.
- Aluminum and tin cans and plastic bottles and containers must be separated. These can be in their own clear bag or placed in the numerous recycle bins throughout the marina.
- Glass bottles and light bulbs must be separated. These also can be in their own clear bag or placed in the recycle bins in the marina.
- Cardboard boxes may be flattened and placed next to our barrels.
- Any textiles (clothing, sheets and blankets), electronics, shoes, small appliances, hoses, extension cords, rope, toys, mechanical parts, dirty oil, batteries, or hazardous materials require special handling.
Biodegradable, Safe Products
We suggest only the following list of biodegradable soaps be used. They are available at Nantucket Ship Chandlery located at the head of Old South Wharf:
Starbrite: Boat Wash, Wash & Wax, Supergreen
Mary Kate: Super Suds, Spray Away, Inflatable Boat Cleaner, Cleaning Detail
Sudbury: Boat Zoap, Boat Zoap Plus
Boat Life: Boat Cleaner
Orpine: Orpine Boat Cleaner
Simple Green
US Paint
Additional Boat Basin Services
- Fuel dock service including gas, diesel, pump-out, oil, and ice
- Multiple phone hook-up/ slip-side cable television service
- Power ranging from 30 amp to 100 amp service
- Easy access to potable water
Complimentary Wireless Internet
Complimentary wireless Internet is available at the Boat Basin. Simply log on to Internet Explorer to launch your browser.
Pets on Deck
At the Boat Basin we welcome your pets but ask that you don't let them run loose in accordance with Nantucket's leash law. Our animal-needs park at the Head of Swains Wharf is an ideal location for your pet to be walked and to enjoy time outdoors. Please use the biodegradeable scoopers provided to clean up after your pet. In addition, consider one of the pet friendly cottages at The Cottages at the Boat Basin. Visit www.thecottagesnantucket.com for more information.
Grilling/BBQs
Because Nantucket Boat Basin consists of all wooden docks, the state fire marshal prohibits any open flames on board vessels or the wooden docks. This includes propane, charcoal briquettes, and electric grills. You may grill on designated brick areas located on each wharf. Please ask your dock attendant or the Dockmaster's Office for assistance.
Swimming
Swimming is prohibited in the marina for safety reasons. You'll find beautiful swimming beaches located a short walk from the marina or take a dingy ride from the boat basin. Please ask your dock attendant or the concierge for directions.
Jet Skiing
Town by laws prohibit jet skiing or personal watercraft use anywhere in Nantucket Harbor. You many navigate through Nantucket Harbor along the most direct route to Nantucket Sound.
Kayaks
Kayaks and any other boat not under power are not permitted inside Nantucket Boat Basin. Please contact your dock attendant or the concierge for directions to safe areas of the harbor.
