FAQ's

Is there a launch service? 

Nantucket Harbor launch. Please check their website at NantucketHarborLaunch.com for hours and pricing or call 508-221-7603 for off-season service. In season runs from 7 am to midnight and leaves from 10 Straight Wharf.

Is there water or ice delivery available?

Yes, please call Nantucket Harbor Launch at 508-221-7603 to schedule. 

Water Fill Up

Free at Town Pier 34 Washington St, Nantucket, MA 02554. Call VHF Channel 14.

Gas Dock

Gas diesel and self-pump out while fueling

Ice cubes and blocks

Boat basin VHF Ch 11

Shipping 

Shipments can be sent to Town Pier 34 Washington Street Nantucket, MA 02554. Please be sure to track your package and pick it up when delivered.

Harbor Master

VHF Ch 14. The website for the Nantucket Harbor Master is here. 

Pump Out

Head Hunter is run by Harbor Master. Call VHF Ch. 14.

 

What does your full service include?

➢ Each Spring your mooring will be set in your designated location
➢ Each Fall we will haul your mooring from the harbor
➢ Winter storage
➢ Annual inspection of your ball and ground gear; maintenance and service as needed. 

You can request a quote from us on our contact page.

Dinghy Dock 

The dinghy dock is located at Town Pier at 34 Washington Street Nantucket, MA 02554.

Anchorage

First come, first serve. Patrolled by the Harbor Master. North of mooring field and east of Brant Point.

How is the Mooring Field Setup? 

We use a grid system with letters running north to south, starting with A row and ending with U row and numerically increasing from west to east. 

VHF Channels

Emergency: Ch. 16

Harbor Master/Pump Out/Town Pier: Ch 14

Harbor Launch/Nantucket Moorings Ch 68

Boat Basin: Ch. 11

NYC: Ch. 66

GHYC: Ch. 69

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is at 11 am, and check-out is at 1 pm.

Where is the laundry?

Coin-operated laundry is available at Nantucket Boat Basin at 1 Swain's Wharf Rd, Nantucket, MA 02554, or Holdgates Island Laundry at 4 Vesper Ln, Nantucket, MA 02554.

Where are the bathrooms, showers & trash?

Bathrooms, showers, trash, and recycling are at the Town Pier at 34 Washington Street Nantucket, MA 02554

 

I have a new boat, where can I get a permit?

Mooring permits are issued by the Town of Nantucket Marine Department.

 

Who can I call for Taxi Service?

Old-Salt Taxi: 508-221-0050

Canty’s Cab: 508-228-2888 or 508-228-3638

Clyde's Cab: 508-332-6200

Uber and Lyft are also available on the island.

Where is Nantucket Visitor Service Center?

The Nantucket Visitor Center is located at 25 Federal Street Nantucket.

How can I get around Nantucket?

Cars/Jeep Rental:

Affordable Rentals 6 S. Beach St. 508-228-3501 

Young’s (4x4 and car rentals) 6 Broad St. 508-228-1151

Moped Rental: 

Affordable Rentals 6 S. Beach St. 508-228-3501 

Bicycle Rental: 

Young’s Bicycle Shop 6 Broad Street 508-228-1151

*Free delivery and pick up

Turo Car-sharing app. 

Advance reservation is necessary!

Where is the grocery store? 

Stop and Shop is located at 9 Salem Street Nantucket, adjacent to the Boat Basin.

Where is the nearest Tackle Shop?

Nantucket Tackle is located at 13 Old South Wharf, Nantucket, MA 02554.