Where do you tie up in Friday Harbor, and what else is good to know?
Breakwater "A" is where most new arrivals pull in unless they have a slip already arranged.
Before arriving in Friday Harbor, there were a few things I really wish someone had told me.
These tips come from arriving by boat, making a few mistakes, watching other skippers struggle, and learning what actually works once you’re in the harbor.
#1 Breakwater “A” — What You Can (and should not) Do
After many visits to Friday Harbor, I learned that it is
okay to tie up at Breakwater “A” without a reservation or even asking
permission. That sounds ideal — and sometimes it is — but don’t count on it
being open. It often fills up, and the outside of the breakwater takes a
beating from wakes and wind waves, which explains the name.
Friday Harbor Marina Map
Tip: Several times we have observed boats being wave and wake damaged, bouncing and crashing while tied on the outside. One time, I stayed behind to hold the boat off, even though I had lots of big fenders.
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