Reviews: Halfmoon Marina

Reviewed by: Steven Myles , Hamisha, on Oct 24, 2023
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 40'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Echo everyone's positive comments.
I'd vote for Kevin! Real southern gentleman.
The river does run deep and fast but the sunsets are worth it. Spectacular.

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Reviewed by: Capt Maria Langer , Do It Now, on Mar 12, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 32'
Draft: 2.5'

Rating: 5

At six miles off the ICW, this isn't exactly along the way for anyone. But if you like quiet, out-of-the-way marinas that feature good service and a view of the sunset, you'll probably like this one as much as I did.

You must come to the marina via North Newport River and you must follow the markers that owner/dockmaster Kevin has installed along the way. Call ahead to make your reservation and then take notes when he explains how to get in. It will definitely seem at times as if you're venturing into shallow water, but I did this at low tide and the depth never got below 12 feet where he told me to go.

This is a small facility with just two floating docks along the river. The current is very strong on the rising and (especially) falling tides. Kevin is right there to help you in. You'll want to secure your boat well, probably with a stern cross tie to prevent the boat's stern from moving away from the dock when the current is coming at it.

The marina has two full restrooms, each with a shower. They're relatively new and fully functional. There's a marina shop with lots of snacks and beverages. Other than that, there's nothing nearby. Kevin, who is very friendly and helpful, offered me his car several times to drive into town for supplies but I didn't need anything so I passed.

The place is dog friendly, with plenty of grassy areas right off the dock. (Please remember to pick up after your dog.)

While you're there, check out the lift they use to pull small fishing boats off their trailers, launch them in the river, and later retrieve them. It's very cool.

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Reviewed by: René Herrero , Sovereign Explorer , on Dec 31, 2022
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 38'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 5

Beautiful quiet place away from it all. New owners have almost completely redone the place (ie. spotless), and will go out of their way to make sure you have a pleasant stay. No derelict boats or shady crowds, all nice folks, very safe and very pet friendly. Plenty of water coming in as long as you stay close to the white numbered makers along North Newport River, regardless of the tides, and always someone there to help you dock. Only thing to be careful with is the current during outgoing tides.
Southern hospitality at it's best!

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Reviewed by: Peg O’Leary , Moana, on Aug 6, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 4

I would give this place five stars except for the access - and that is not the owner's fault. We draft at 3.5' and are newbies to the boat so it was a little tricky getting in. But, Kevin has set up markers of his own for guidance and those were extremely helpful. All staff went out of their way to accommodate us. Perfect place to spend a quiet night. Beautiful sunsets. We'll worth the trouble of navigating in.

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Reviewed by: Mike Worsley , Islena, on Jun 28, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 40'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Small marina with big heart! We stayed 30 days to be close to family, 30 minutes from Savannah. The island is pretty, residents are friendly and is the place where people leave the keys on the boat overnight. The owner embraces southern hospitality, offer us his car, golf cart, tools and more. The bathrooms are clean and nice, with a store and gas/diesel. There is a really nice State Park 9 miles away, and a kid park across the marina, also Midway town is on the other side of the highway. They do not have a pump out so plan accordingly. We loved the place!

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Reviewed by: DAVID BARNUM , Last Flight Out, on May 5, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 48'
Draft: 4.5'

Rating: 5

Stayed one very peaceful night. Owner Kevin very helpful. Guidance to the dock is essential. He offered to come out and guide me in. I would suggest they mark up a chart or Google Earth photo and mark it up with proper guidance and text it. That would make the explanations easier. Keven allowed us to borrow his truck for a quick shopping and lunch trip. All in all I really enjoyed our visit to this very friendly little Marina

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Reviewed by: Nick Civitillo on Feb 13, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 46'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Marina is under new ownership since April 2021 and new owner Kevin can be found on site seven days a week ready to do whatever is necessary to make your stay pleasurable and safe. We know that the trip up the North Newport River can be dicey ever since the markers were destroyed but Kevin was willing to come out in his boat to guide us in the last three miles to insure our safe passage thru.
New pedestals and new laundry going in and there's a plan for additional dockage and a pumpout to be added. All this for $1/ft! Situated halfway between Savannah and Brunswick make this a very convenient stop. We'll be back in the spring on our way north.

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Reviewed by: Heath Phillips , Philyria , on Apr 15, 2021
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 35'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 5

Great spot and lots to do nearby. Dock master was very friendly.

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