Full Description & Details
Marina Puerto Chico is a long-established boating facility in Fajardo, on Puerto Rico's northeast coast. It has served sailors for over half a century, offering a natural shelter within Fajardo Cove. The marina provides about 280 berths, mostly for small motorboats and sailboats, with a maximum length of 15 meters and a maximum draft of 11 meters.
It includes 19 transient slips for short-term visitors, alongside permanent rentals. The facility is equipped with water and electricity hookups, Wi-Fi, a fuel dock, restrooms and showers, sanitary pumpout facilities, an ADA-compliant gangway, and a shipyard. Its location gives easy access to Culebra, Vieques, and the Virgin Islands, making it a practical starting point for Caribbean voyages.
How to get there
Approaching Marina Puerto Chico involves entering Fajardo Cove, which provides natural shelter from waves and winds. A massive breakwater protects the marina and has been a reliable shield against tropical storms and hurricanes for more than five decades. The approach is generally stress-free, with the breakwater guiding vessels safely into the harbor.
The marina monitors VHF channel 9 for communications. Once inside, transient slips are available, and the marina's layout is straightforward, with berths accommodating vessels up to 15 meters in length and 11 meters in draft.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum boat length and draft at Marina Puerto Chico?
The marina accommodates vessels up to 15 meters in length and 11 meters in draft.
Does Marina Puerto Chico have transient slips?
Yes, it offers 19 transient slips for short-term stays, in addition to year-round permanent berths.
What amenities are available at Marina Puerto Chico?
Amenities include water and electricity hookups, Wi-Fi, a fuel dock, restrooms and showers, sanitary pumpout facilities, and a shipyard.
What VHF channel does Marina Puerto Chico use?
The marina monitors VHF channel 9 for communications.
Is Marina Puerto Chico sheltered from weather?
Yes, it is located in Fajardo Cove with natural shelter from waves and winds, plus a massive breakwater that has protected it for over 50 years.
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