Staff Answer
Jun 24, 2026 - 08:42 AM
Yes, especially during the peak season. Weekdays generally bring lighter boat traffic, easier parking at the marina, and more room to anchor around Shell Island. Saturdays and holiday weekends tend to be much busier, with heavier traffic in navigation channels, longer waits at boat ramps, and more boats gathering at popular swimming and anchoring areas. If you're renting a boat for the first time or hoping for a more relaxed experience, a weekday rental is often the easier choice. If you enjoy a livelier atmosphere and don't mind sharing the water with more boaters, weekends can be a fun time to get out on the bay.
