Drop day 2026 didn't go as expected but it got done. Having had some work done on the boat back in…read morethe fall, and said mechanic having stolen my money and left my boat a mess, I was happy to see Old Bay Marina has a new guy available to do the work. I'm out $900 from Craig H who skipped town and left me high and dry (literally on the hard) without a working sailboat. Don Johnson to the rescue. Don was right on time with a drop time for my boat and had it in the water quickly while his parrot named Gabby rode along on his shoulder. It was then we discovered it wouldn't start. Can't motor over to the slip with no power. Don, Jarod, Stu and even Don's partner, Holly, sprang into action. A tug was needed. The wind picked up as we turned into the slip section. We were hitting boats, pylons, anything the wind could blow us into. Unfazed and determined, Don kept his cool and coordinated efforts to have everyone else, plus some other boat owners (thanks, Lisa and Joyce!), to help "walk" the boat into the slip. How stressful! Almost six hours, and 8 people to help, later, the boat was in and tied off. To add some excitement, our car was now dead and Don got right to work to give us a jump and get us out of there. I definitely owe this crew a case of Bud. Don is currently doing the work that Craig lied about doing and we should be on the Bay in no time. Thanks, Don Johnson! (Doesn't the Miami Vice theme run through your head when you read this?)

We have stayed at this marina for over a decade. Are you looking for a swimming pool? Nope. Looking…read morefor yachty clothes? Nope. Looking for beautiful sunsets? Looking for quick access to the Bay? Looking for a nice breeze? Looking for a mom and pop place to do your work and tie up your boat? Looking for decent prices? Looking for interesting people to chat with? Then this quite possibly is your kinda of place. The piers are not floating but generally there is not much of a tide. If you have a large keel you would need to be further out because there can be a depth issue closer to land. Brian the owner is a wealth of information! This is across from the former Beth Steel site but now is much quieter and much easier to breath. Give it a try!!!!

Good people... clean place ... good price... plenty parking!! Easy boat loading . Restaurant near…read moreby is fantastic.. little pricey but it worth it.

I have kept my sailboat here for 4 years. One of the safest storm locations on the Chesapeake…read more(western shore). Staff willing to help with advise for the DIY people but also have an extensive service yard. Also a fan of the bubbler system so I can keep my 27' Catalina Sailboat in water year round. All in all a good experience!

Quaint little marina just upstream of the Conowingo Dam on the Susquehanna River…read more Launch area used to be only for short boats (15 feet or shorter) but the owner has expanded the turnaround on the launch area. Can now launch up to 26-footer. There have been upgrades done on the slips/dock & restroom facilities. So much nicer now than the last time we launch our work boat here 2 years ago. There's a nice creek that runs along the property and they have made camping and picnic areas along it. Definitely a plus since the creek has a little waterfalls as it flows down to the river and I love the soothing sound of falling water :) Will definitely be continuing to use this Marina when working in the area. Owner is friendly, accommodating and has more upgrades planned for the future.

Great place to kayak! Also, you can hike on the Mason Dixon Trail with beautiful views! The Marina…read morehas wonderful tables for a picnic lunch with waterfall sounds from the stream. This place is just so relaxing!

Great location just off the bay with extensive grounds, picnic tables, grills, gazebos, a nice…read moresized pool and a clubhouse. The staff is always friendly and helpful and the marina manager is first class. Fuel prices are the lowest on Middle River and the fuel pier is extremely easy to access, unlike others around Middle River. Pier improvements include new floating piers for smaller boats.

Had an early dinner with friends at this place. The food was delicious and the service was great! I…read morewould definitely go back when we are in town.

Our friends rent a slip at Markleys and have for years - they enjoy boating and we enjoy sailing…read morewith them when we are invited along. Markley's has everything you need - bathrooms, carts to haul your gear, dry-dock facilities and is great for the sailing family. Dogs are welcome - but if the poop, you need to scoop! We had a great time sailing with our friends out of Markley's Marina in Essex.

Great place to have your boat pulled out of the water for repairs. Very reasonable prices.read more

We have been long time slip holders here and are friends with a select few of the regulars here…read more The new owner Tom has been making cosmetic up dates here at the expensive of the slip holders. The live a boards in this Marina causes problems because they believe they have the authority to police the marina. Tom has raised the slips every year he has owned this Marina and if a slip holder asks why Tom becomes defensive and yells. However the docks and piers still need repairs and his main concerns are new bathrooms which are not cleaned or stocked on a regular basis. Tom is in for a surprise when he finds out how many of his long time slip holders are looking for a "new marina to call home"

Visited this past Saturday to go out on a friend's boat. This place was really nice, looked clean…read moreand organized, and the folks housing their boats there were super friendly. Hope to return soon!

Stansbury is a wonderful community of boaters. They have floating docks, fixed docks, gas docks and…read morea power lift for short or long hauls. Everyone is friendly and helpful! The location is perfect and easy to get to if you're from Central PA or the Eastern side of Baltimore. It's beautiful, reasonable and family and dog friendly! Pat Williford is one of the most honest and caring Marina owners on the Chesapeake.

Has everything there .. good restrooms and clean... food.. and the ramp ticket is electronic…read more. great marina.. I didn't see security.. but overall a pretty good place .. and everyone was nice

For over 35 years we have received the very best of care and service from…read morethe entire staff at Tidewater Marina, and we are very happy to have a boat in their high & dry, we consider it a privilege to be there, it's a beautiful marina.They have a well stocked store and gas docks right outside. Also the restroom/shower room is always very clean.It's nice just walking around in the marina, the views of the Bay are unequaled. We have boated around this Bay in the past, visited many marines, Tidewater Marina deserves 5 stars.