There are two marinas maintained by the Westport Parks and Recreation Department:

• Ned Dimes Marina - Compo Beach
• E.R. Strait Marina - Longshore Club Park

Any resident of the Town of Westport, who meets the requirements for a Westport vehicle parking emblem and passes, shall be entitled to apply for a boating assignment or ramp permit at either marina, if the following conditions are met at the time the boating assignment is granted.

• The boat must be properly registered with the State of Connecticut. 
• Proof of the applicant's Connecticut boating registration must accompany their annual renewal form.

Ned Dimes Marina

Located within Compo Beach, this marina offers in-water slips as well as drystalls for trailered boats, dinghies, Hobie Cats, sunfish, kayaks, and windsurfers.  Marina has restroom facilities, boat launch ramp and parking available.

• The period of berthing shall be from April 1 to Nov. 30 with no services during April and Nov.
• All vehicles entering Compo Beach to use the marina facilities MUST have a valid vehicle parking emblem.  Boaters will not be allowed in the Beach/Marina area without an emblem and must pay the prevailing daily fee. 

The Marina clubhouse is also available for rental for gatherings of 50 people or less.  There is a fee and application process to reserve a date. Click here for a facility request form

Ned Dimes Marina Office: (203) 341-1063 / VHF CH 11

Hours of Operation

• April 1 to April 30: No Services
• May 1 to Labor Day: 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday - Sunday & Holidays
• Day after Labor Day to Oct. 31: 8 a.m. to sunset
• Nov. 1 to Nov. 30: No Services

E.R. Strait Marina

E.R.Strait Marina located within Longshore Club Park offers in-water slips as well as a limited dinghy storage. In addition, Connecticut Marine Services is a licensed vendor operating a launch service to boats moored in the mouth of the Saugatuck River.  Marina has restroom facilities and boat launch ramp.

E.R. Strait Marina Office: (203) 341-1190 / VHF 11

Dock Master: (203) 341-1062

Hours of Operation

• April 1 to April 30: No Services
• May 1 to Memorial Day Weekdays: 3 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
• May 1 to Memorial Day Weekends: 8 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
• Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day: 8 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
• Day after Labor Day to Oct. 31 Weekdays: 3 p.m. to sunset
• Day after Labor Day to Oct. 31 Weekends: 8 a.m. to sunset
• Nov. 1 to Nov. 30: No Services