Point Defiance Marina

Point Defiance Marina

Welcome to the salmon capital of the Puget Sound, and home of the Point Defiance Marina. The Boathouse has anchored the northeast side of Point Defiance Park since 1944, when it replaced the original boathouse pavilion of the early 1900s. Rich with history, it is the perfect getaway for fishermen and visitors alike.

You can drop a line for salmon, lingcod or other bottom fish. Crabbing and squid jigging are also popular. And if fishing is not in your plans, you can: rent a boat and cruise the scenic waterways, watch local fishermen weigh and clean their prized catch, have a picnic on the waterfront and watch the ferry make its runs to Vashon Island, or walk the promenade to Owen Beach where you can sit on driftwood and dig your toes into the sand. And if you're lucky, you might see a bald eagle overhead or catch a glimpse of whales as they pass through the Sound.

At the Point Defiance Marina you will find:

  • Free Public Fishing Pier
  • Boat and Motor Rentals
  • Bait and Tackle 
  • Boat and Personal Watercraft Dry Storage
  • Public Boat Launch
  • Souvenir and Gift Shop
  • Guest Moorage
  • Fuel Sales 
Public Fishing Pier
Free public fishing piers are located at the Boathouse in Point Defiance Park (open year round from sunrise to sunset) and at Les Davis Pier on Ruston Way (open year round 24 hours). Salmon, bottom fish, crabbing, and squid jigging are favorite pastimes. Fish cleaning stations are available at both piers.

Boat and Motor Rentals
Go fishing or just cruise the waters of Puget Sound-for a couple of hours or for the entire day. Fishing poles and crab pots are also available for rent.

Peak Season: May 1 - September 30
Three-hour rental $65
Additional hours $15 per hour
Daily $100
Boat only $40 per day
No deposit required on boat or boat/motor rentals. Prices subject to change.

Off Season: October 1 - April 30
Daily $60
Boat only $25 per day
Prices subject to change.

Tackle and Gift Shop
The Boathouse Marina Tackle and Gift Shop is open sunrise to sunset 363 days a year, and carries a great selection of fishing poles, reels, lures, wet weather gear, crab pots, ice chests, ice and fresh bait.

We also carry:
  • Fishing license: Boathouse Marina is an authorized Washington state fishing and hunting license vendor.
  • Souvenirs: Great selection of nautical-themed souvenirs, including T-shirts, hats, postcards and fishing memorabilia.
  • Snacks: Snack food and beverages including sandwiches, chips, cookies, candy, nuts and ice cream are available along with beverage selections that include pop, juice, bottled water and coffee.
  • Fuel: Unleaded regular fuel is available. We do not have diesel.
Boat and Personal Watercraft Dry Storage
The Boathouse has more than 300 dry storage locker units available. Units vary in size from single boat, double boat, triple boat and five-boat units. Prices vary between the Old Boathouse Section and the New Boathouse Section. Monthly or annual rental prices available with discounts on annual rental. Call the Boathouse Marina at 253-591-5325 to arrange a tour of the locker facilities.

Save more than 9% when you contract for a year of service. 
Locker Type Monthly Rate Annual Cost Annual Rate Annual Cost
New Single $125 $1,500 $116x12 $1,392
New Double $103 $1,236 $96x12 $1,152
New Triple $101 $1,212 $94x12 $1,128
New Five $98 $1,176 $91x12 $1,092
New Odd Single $99 $1,188 $92x12 $1,104
New Open $73 $876 $68x12 $816
Old Single $100 $1,200 $93x12 $1,116
Old Odd Size Single $78 $936 $72x12 $864
Old Double $88 $1,056 $81x12 $972
Old Odd Size $71 $852 $66x12 $792
Old Open $65 $780 $61x12 $732

Lockers can accommodate up to a 17-foot boat, kayak or Jet Ski. Locker tenants use an outdoor elevator system to launch watercraft. Prices subject to change.

Public Boat Launch
A newly renovated eight-lane launch ramp, open year round sunrise to sunset, is located next to the Vashon Ferry Terminal at Point Defiance Park. A marine pump-out station is located on the western float section. Vehicle/trailer parking is available in the upper parking lot.

Launch fees are on a peak/off season pricing structure. Rates are $13 for peak season, May 1 thru Sept. 30, and $11 during off season, Oct. 1 thru April 30. An annual pass, valid April 1 each year, is available for $250. Prices subject to change.

Guest Moorage
Guest moorage is available next to the launch ramp area. Stays are daily and limited to a maximum of 72 hours.
Daily fees are:
Less than 19 feet $10
19-29 feet $15
More than 30 feet $20
Prices subject to change.

Current Fishing Information
Every morning, staff records updated fishing information on the tackle shop line at 253-591-5325. Staff also provides updated information weekly to the Salmon University Web site at http://www.salmonuniversity.com/

Parking
$10 overnight and $300 for an annual overnight parking pass.

Last Updated: Jun 18, 2010 2:34 PM