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Welcome to Bucksport Marina, the town-run public dock nestled along the Penobscot River in Bucksport, Maine. With up to 50 slips for vessels around 50 ft, the marina is a practical haven for boaters during the season from May 15 through October 15. This page provides everything you need for a straightforward, no-fuss visit: seating and dock info, parking rules, transit options, and nearby lodging and dining. We’ve got you covered with insider details to help you secure your plans and enjoy Bucksport’s waterfront area.
Beyond the docks, Bucksport hosts popular waterfront events like the Bucksport Bay Festival, and the town’s charming history is celebrated at venues such as the Alamo Theatre (Northeast Historic Film). For a comfortable stay, consider nearby hotels like Fort Knox Park Inn and Bucksport Inn, with easy access to the marina. If you’re planning a trip with guests or crew, our partner recommendations simplify lodging and dining choices, ensuring you’ve got reliable options close to the water.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 88 Main Street, Bucksport, ME 04416.
- Venue type and capacity: Public Dock / Municipal Marina with 50 slips (spanning vessels up to about 50 ft); season runs May 15–October 15.
- Facilities: Fuel (gas/diesel), restrooms, showers, electric and water hookups, pump-out, marina store, Wi‑Fi, and a secure shore-side area.
- Parking: Town parking rules indicate the marina parking lot is reserved for marina patrons during the season (June 1–Sept 30); four spaces are available to the general public, with other local parking on Main Street.
- Transit: Downeast Transportation offers a Bucksport Shuttle (weeks vary, current schedule shows Wednesdays) and Island Explorer service seasonally; a Bucksport Shuttle exists for in-town trips.
- Nearby hotels: Fort Knox Park Inn (64 Main Street) and Bucksport Inn are common lodging options near the marina.
- Notable events hosted nearby: Bucksport Bay Festival ( waterfront and downtown, 3,000–5,000 attendees), Parade of Lights & Fireworks (holiday season), and the Alamo Theatre hosted by Northeast Historic Film (historic 1916 venue with a 125-seat auditorium).
- Renamed/demolished: The marina continues to operate as Bucksport’s town marina (town-managed since 2014 after Port Harbor Marine’s sale to the Town); no demolition of the facility.