Old Harbor Dock, Block Island, Rhode Island, USA

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General - Old Harbor Dock lies on Block Island in Block Island Sound on the NE coast of the USA. The facility offers only slips with limited additional services. The harbour is shared with seasonal working boats and ferries.

Open - May 15th to October 15th

Position - 41° 10.4' N 071°33.3' W

Charts, Pilots & Cruising Guides - See the following link for Rhode Island Charts

Tides -
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Mean time differences - HW: minutes ± ; LW: minutes ±
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Depths at MLW - Entrance - 15'. Slips - 15'.

Protection/Shelter - OK, but ferries produce some swell within the harbour.

Approach and Entrance - From the Atlantic Ocean make for Block Island in Block Island Sound. Old Harbor Dock is on the east side of Block Island.

Berths & Moorings - 60 slips all reserved for transients. All slips are stern to or alongside, there are no finger piers. Reservations cannot be made.

Maximum length - '

Formalities - Not known.

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Water - On the pontoons.

Electric - On the pontoons. 30 amp & 50 amp.

Fuel - No.

Weather forecast - Not known.

Security - Not known.

Internet Access - Not known.

Other Marina Facilities, Services & Supplies - Docking Assistance. Toilets. Showers. Pump Out.

Boatyard Facilities & Services - No yard but the following are available; Engine Mechanic. Electrical Repairs. Rigger. Sail Loft. Divers. Propeller Repairs.

Shopping and Provisions - Most provisions can be obtained on Block Island

Bank or ATM - Nearby.

Chandlers or Ships' Store - Within a mile.
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Fishing Tackle - Great Deals Online

Propane - Not known.

Ice - Cube is available nearby.

Eating Out - There are several restaurants near to Old Harbor Dock.

Transport -
Bikes - Old Harbor Bikes (466-2029). Island Bike & Moped (466-2700). Block Island Bike & Car Rental - Great Deals Here!!!
Limousine Service - Book your Limo Here
Local Bus Service -
lntercity Bus Service - Adventure East to New York meets the ferry on the mainland. Greyhound Terminal in New London is next to the Block Island ferry dock.
Train Service - Amtrak Station in New London is next to the Block Island ferry dock.
Water Taxi -
Ferry Service - To Port Judith, New London, Providence and Newport. Viking to Montauk (631-668-5700).
Airport(s) - Block Island.
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Local Area -
Sporting & Recreational Facilities - Fishing Charter. Dive Shop. Boat Rentals. Jogging Paths. Roller Blade & Bike Paths. Horseback Riding at Rustic Rides. Tennis Courts. Fitness Center.
Sightseeing - Animal Farm. 200' Monhegan Bluffs which stand guard over the Atlantic.
Museums and Cultural Attractions - Block Island Historical Society. North Light Maritime Museum.
Conservation - Rodman's Hollow Wildlife Preserve.
Special Events - Block Island Seafood Festival & Chowder Cook Off is the third weekend in June. House & Garden Tour every August. Block Island Race Week.
Children's Stuff - Playground.
Other - Ballard's, Charlestown and Fred Benson Beaches. Mosquito Beach on the Pond. Crescent Beach on Rhode Island Sound. Movie Theater.

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Other reports on harbours, marinas and anchorages can be viewed in our marina guide