Saint John - Docking
Call Fundy Radio and monitor VHF channel 12 when approaching the harbour. Whatever the visibility, be aware of the heavy shipping movements in the area.
Tie to the floating dock at Market Slip, on the east side at the head of the harbour, just past the Coast Guard wharf.
This berth is only normally used to wait for the tide to pass up the river, or to Clear in as it is convenient for the Customs office. The eddies and tides make for an uncomfortable berth.
Once through Reversing Falls, the Saint John River has almost unlimited anchoring and berthing possibilities. The water is fresh and the tides are small.
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The main harbor is quite industrial with little available for yachts (Market slips are thin on depth) until one passes through the reversing falls (more accurately, the reversing rapids) to the Yacht Club, which is quite friendly despite the “royal” in the name. Be aware that the timing of passage through the rapids can vary depending on the height of the river. Bus service is irregular these days outside of the peak rush hour – plan on taxi service. Very enjoyable 10 days on the river.