
Summer Boat Slips in Clinton, CT

Overview
Spend your boating season on the Connecticut shoreline at Petzold’s Port Clinton Marina. Located in Clinton Harbor near the mouth of the Hammonasset River, our marina offers seasonal boat slips with convenient access to Long Island Sound, upgraded waterfront amenities and dependable, on-site marine service from our factory-trained marine technicians. Skip the long ride through the wake zone—with only a minute trip from your slip to Long Island Sound, you can get underway and start enjoying the water sooner.
With panoramic views of Clinton Harbor and Cedar Island, Petzold’s Port Clinton Marina provides a picturesque home port for cruising, fishing and enjoying summer on the water. Our well-secured floating docks accommodate boats from 15 to 40 feet and are equipped with the essential services boaters need throughout the season.
Seasonal Boat Slips Near Long Island Sound
Location can make all the difference when choosing a marina for your boat or jet ski. Petzold’s Port Clinton Marina places you the closest to the open waters of Long Island Sound without a long trip through inland waterways.
From your slip, you can easily head out for a day of fishing, explore the Connecticut shoreline or cruise to destinations throughout Long Island Sound and beyond. When the day is over, return to a protected marina setting with scenic harbor views and convenient access to nearby restaurants and attractions.
Whether you spend nearly every weekend aboard or simply want your boat ready when the weather is right, a summer slip in Clinton gives you more opportunities to enjoy the season.
Marina Amenities
Our floating docks are designed to provide a convenient and comfortable boating experience. Petzold’s Port Clinton Marina has many features and amenities, including:
- 140 boat slips
- Accommodations for boats from 15 to 50 feet
- Well-secured floating docks
- Fresh water available at the slips
- 125V/30-amp electrical service
- 220V/50-amp electrical service
- New, clean restrooms with showers
- New laundry facilities
- Multiple grills
- Covered tables and chairs with umbrellas
- Ice station
- On-site mechanical repairs
Slip availability and utility accommodations may vary based on your boat’s length, beam and electrical requirements. Our team can help determine the best available slip for your vessel.
On-Site Boat Service and Mechanical Repairs
Since acquiring Port Clinton Marina, the team at Petzold’s Marine Center in Portland, CT has brought its award-winning marine service directly to Clinton. Backed by a family-owned company that has served New England boaters since 1945, Petzold’s Port Clinton Marina now offers the support of an experienced team of factory-trained marine technicians right on site.
Keeping your boat at a marina with a dedicated service department can make a major difference during the boating season. Why wait weeks—or even more than a month—for boat repairs elsewhere? When a problem arises, our technicians are already at the marina and ready to help diagnose the issue, recommend the appropriate repair and get the service process moving as quickly as possible.
Our marine technicians regularly complete manufacturer training to stay current on the engines, systems and equipment found on today’s boats. From routine maintenance and diagnostics to mechanical, electrical, steering and control repairs, our team is equipped to help keep your boat operating reliably throughout the summer.
Seasonal slip holders benefit from even more convenient access to our on-site marine service team. Your boat is already at the facility, our technicians are on site and there is no need to arrange transportation to another repair shop. That means easier communication, fewer logistical headaches and less time waiting to get back on the water.
Our goal is simple: bring Petzold’s award-winning boat service to Clinton, CT, so you can spend less time dealing with repairs and more time enjoying Long Island Sound.
Walk to Lobster Landing and Beautiful Clinton
A slip at Petzold’s Port Clinton Marina gives you convenient access to more than the water.
Lobster Landing is within walking distance, making it easy to step off the boat and enjoy one of Clinton’s best-known waterfront dining destinations. The marina is also approximately one-half mile from the center of historic Clinton, Connecticut.
Take a short walk or bike ride into town to explore local restaurants, shops and the community’s quaint shoreline atmosphere. It is an ideal setting for boaters who want both convenient Long Island Sound access and places to visit without having to drive.
Situated near the mouth of the Hammonasset River and close to the surrounding coastal nature preserve, the marina offers a setting that feels distinctly connected to the Connecticut shoreline.
Views across Clinton Harbor and toward Cedar Island create a beautiful backdrop for early mornings on the dock, evenings aboard and relaxed weekends by the water. It is a marina where your slip can become more than a place to store your boat—it can become your summer waterfront destination.
Jet Ski Slips in Clinton, CT
Petzold’s Port Clinton Marina also offers summer jet ski slips, giving Jet Ski owners a convenient way to keep their watercraft ready for the summer.
Instead of trailering, launching and retrieving your Jet Ski every time you want to head out, you can arrive at the marina, load your gear and get on the water. With quick access from Clinton Harbor to Long Island Sound, it is easy to enjoy an afternoon ride, explore the Connecticut shoreline or head out for a full day on the Sound.
Seasonal Jet Ski slips are limited and subject to availability. Complete the slip inquiry form below to request current pricing and availability at Petzold’s Port Clinton Marina.
Why Choose Petzold’s Port Clinton Marina?
Petzold’s has served New England boaters and jet ski users since 1945. Today, Petzold’s Port Clinton Marina combines a desirable shoreline location with the support of an experienced, family-owned marine organization.
Boaters choose our Clinton marina for:
- Convenient access to Long Island Sound
- A scenic location in Clinton Harbor
- Secure floating docks
- Water and electrical service at the slips
- On-site mechanical repairs
- Brand new marina facilities, including laundry and showers
- Walkability to Lobster Landing and downtown Clinton
- Support from the Petzold’s marine service team
From relaxing dockside to heading out for a full day on the Sound, our marina provides a convenient place to make the most of the Connecticut boating season.
Reserve a Summer Boat Slip in Clinton, CT
Summer boat slips in Clinton are limited, and availability depends on your boat’s size, beam and utility requirements.
Complete the slip inquiry form below to tell us about your boat and request current availability at Petzold’s Port Clinton Marina. A member of our team will review your information and help determine which available slip may be the best fit for your vessel.
