Choosing the right boat slip on the Gulf Coast comes down to four things: fit, protection, power, and access. This guide from Orange Beach Marina walks you through each so you can reserve a berth with confidence.
Fit. Match the slip to your vessel's length, beam, and draft. Our program serves vessels 25 to 90 feet, with covered and uncovered berths graded from compact slips to premium slips. A slip that's too tight risks hull and dock damage; one that's too large leaves you paying for space you don't need. Always confirm your boat's actual dimensions before booking.
Protection. Covered slips shield decks and electronics from the Gulf sun and summer storms, extending the life of your upholstery and rigging. Open slips keep tall hardtops and tuna towers clear of overhead structures. Decide based on your boat's profile and how often you use it through the season.
Power and water. Every berth here offers shore power — 30-amp service for smaller boats, 50-amp for larger cruisers — plus fresh water hookups so you can wash down and self-sustain at the dock without hauling jugs or running a generator.
Access and amenities. A guarded, gated harbor with on-site staff, 24/7 surveillance, a high-speed fuel dock, and adjacent dining at Shipp's Dockside Grill turns storage into a destination. Our location minutes from Perdido Pass means you are open-ocean fast, not idling through no-wake channels for half the morning.
When you are ready, submit your reservation request through our contact form and a Harbor Master will confirm your berth within 24 hours.