Harbors & Boating - Harbor Information

Block Island maintains two harbors and is well-known as one of New England's premier boating destinations.

New Harbor on the West Side of the Island, in the beautiful Great Salt Pond. Completely enclosed salt pond has 3 large marinas, 90 town moorings and anchorage for 1000 yachts. 3 minute taxi ride or 15 minute walk to town or to Crescent Beach.

Old Harbor on the East Side of the Island is protected by a breakwater and has limited space for dockage at the town dock. Actually in the center of town. Commercial ferry landing, limited dockage, little anchoring space inside the breakwater.

Block Island Harbors Department Contact Information
Office Telephone: (401) 466-3204
Summer Hours 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Winter Hours 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
VHF Radio - Ch12 7AM - 9PM - All Calls 9PM - 7AM - Emergency Only
Fax: (401) 466-3219
Email: harbormaster@new-shoreham.com