Many harbors offer seasonal slips and all harbors offer “transient” slips, available for boats more than 11 feet and open to those staying two weeks or less. On average, rates run around $1.60 per foot, which means a 20-foot pontoon is about $32 a night. Transient slips offer a great way to experience Michigan’s bigger waters and the marina lifestyle with modern restrooms, showers, grilling areas and other waterfront amenities. You’ll also have easy access to fishing runs, ferry watching, and sunrises and sunsets from your boat.
If you don’t want to bunk on your boat, find a harbor close to home so you can sleep in your own bed. Or take your boat along for your next Michigan beach town trip and make a slip reservation at a harbor nearby.
Reservations can be made at MiDNRReservations.com; select the Harbor tab. Some harbors take reservations directly (view map).
