Staff Answer
Jun 29, 2026 - 12:33 PM
I would plan a little extra time for parking instead of assuming you can pull right up to the boat and hop on. Some operators do have parking close to the dock, especially if they are working out of a marina or waterfront location with a dedicated lot, but in summer, that lot can fill up fast, and you may end up parking farther away than expected. The walk is usually not terrible, but when you are carrying towels, phones, sunscreen, and maybe trying to get kids organized, even a short walk feels longer in the heat. I would give yourself at least 20 to 30min of cushion before check in, and more if you are going during a busy weekend, holiday week, or late morning when everyone is out moving around. The part people run into is not always the walk itself, it is finding the right lot, figuring out where the check in desk is, and making sure the whole group is together before the boat leaves. If your trip is early in the morning, parking is usually easier and closer. Later in the day, it can take a little more patience.
