Full Description & Details
Runaway Bay Marina is a full-service boating facility in Hollywell, Queensland, on the Gold Coast. It offers 197 on-water berths for vessels from 8 to 30 metres, plus 305 dry storage berths up to 10 metres with a seven-day-a-week forklift launch and retrieve service. The basin is shielded from wind and tide, giving ample room for manoeuvring.
Amenities include wifi, provisions, showers, laundry, power and water, and a restaurant is available. The marina team assists with berthing and can place boats on a wash bay for cleaning and engine flushing after use.
How to get there
Approach Runaway Bay Marina by sea through the Broadwater, a scenic waterway. The entrance is well marked, and GPS coordinates are -27.9120° S, 153.3981° E. Water depths in the approach channel vary, so exercise caution during low tide.
The marina is located between South Stradbroke Island to the east and Brisbane to the north. For land access, the marina is in Hollywell, a suburb of the Gold Coast, Queensland, with road connections to the broader region.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum length of boat that can berth at Runaway Bay Marina?
Runaway Bay Marina accommodates boats between 8 and 30 metres in length on its on-water berths.
Does Runaway Bay Marina offer dry storage?
Yes, Runaway Bay Marina provides 305 dry storage berths for boats up to 10 metres, with a seven-day-a-week forklift launch and retrieve service.
What facilities are available at Runaway Bay Marina?
Runaway Bay Marina offers wifi, provisions, showers, laundry, power, water, and a restaurant.
Is overnight berthing allowed at Runaway Bay Marina?
Yes, overnight berthing is permitted at Runaway Bay Marina.
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