Best Marina & Boatyard
for Essex, CT Boaters
Cedar Island Marina has proudly served Essex, CT boaters for decades — offering world-class slips, full boatyard services, and the best waterfront experience on Long Island Sound.
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ESSEX, CONNECTICUT
Essex’s Premier Full-Service Marina & Boatyard
A short cruise down the Connecticut River and along Long Island Sound, Cedar Island Marina is the CT Shoreline’s top-rated destination for Essex boaters of every kind.
Whether you’re a year-round Essex sailor, a weekend powerboater out of the Connecticut River, or a seasonal slip holder, Cedar Island Marina offers the services, facilities, and waterfront experience that sets us apart from any other marina on the CT Shoreline. From seasonal slip rentals and winter storage to full boat repair, Cedar Island Marina is the complete package for Essex-area boaters.
Essex boaters enjoy easy access to Cedar Island Marina via the Connecticut River and Long Island Sound — giving you full-service boatyard capabilities that complement the beautiful boating culture Essex is known for.
Marina SERVICES
Full-Service Marina for Essex, CT Boaters
Cedar Island Marina provides Essex-area boaters with every marine service they need — all in one convenient, top-rated facility on Long Island Sound.
Seasonal Slips
Boat Service & Repair
Winter Boat Storage
Paint & Fiberglass Repair
Yacht Brokerage
Ship's Store & Parts
Marina Amenities
Overnight Reservations
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Marina Questions — Essex, CT
Answers for Essex, CT boaters looking for the best marina and boatyard on the Connecticut Shoreline.
What is the best marina near Essex, CT?
Cedar Island Marina is widely regarded as the best full-service marina on the Connecticut Shoreline, accessible from Essex via the Connecticut River and Long Island Sound. Located in Clinton Harbor, it offers seasonal slips, transient dockage, haul-out services, boat repair, winter storage, and on-site amenities that make it the top choice for Essex-area boaters.
Does Cedar Island Marina offer winter boat storage for Essex CT boats?
Yes. Cedar Island Marina provides secure winter boat storage for Essex, CT boats, including indoor and outdoor options. Their full-service boatyard also handles winterization, shrink-wrapping, and spring commissioning.
What boat repair services are available for Essex boaters at Cedar Island Marina?
Cedar Island Marina’s boatyard offers comprehensive marine repair for Essex-area boats — including engine repair, fiberglass and paint work, bottom jobs, rigging, electrical systems, and full boat service from experienced in-house technicians.
SERVING THE ENTIRE CT SHORELINE
The Best Marina for Every CT Shoreline Boater
Cedar Island Marina serves boaters from Essex and all communities along Connecticut’s beautiful shoreline. Our central location, comprehensive services, and decades of experience make us the CT Shoreline’s go-to full-service marina and boatyard.