Shell Point Marina

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Shell Point Marina

27.718304556707° N, -82.479300498962° W

Shell Point Marina, located at the mouth of the Little Manatee River in Ruskin, Florida, is a private, member-only marina and club offering a true “Old School Florida” experience just minutes from open access to Tampa Bay. Privately owned and operated, the marina has undergone a complete transformation, evolving from its historic roots into a vibrant, boater-focused haven while preserving its laid-back coastal charm.

Open daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Shell Point Marina offers 55 wet slips that accommodate a range of watercraft up to 50 feet, including popular brands like Sea Ray, Pursuit, Boston Whaler, and Grady-White. The on-site service yard handles everything from regular maintenance to complex mechanical repairs. While access is limited to members, transient boaters can take advantage of convenient fuel and pump-out services.

Guests and members alike enjoy a guided marina tour, complete with a cold drink in hand and maybe a friendly game of pool or air hockey under the tiki-themed entertainment pavilion. The marina’s grounds even include resident leopard tortoises, adding a whimsical, family-friendly touch.

Nearby, guests can visit The Fish House or Ybor Grille, as well as local bait and tackle shops. Shell Point Marina is a favorite for boaters seeking a private escape for family vacations, guys’ fishing weekends, and community gatherings with a touch of character.

Open to public

Yes

Operating season

Year-round

Payment option

Credit, Debit

Amenities

Restrooms
Picnic Areas
Outdoor Seating
Patios
Boat Slips / Docks
Fuel Dock
Pump-out Station
Dockside Water Hookup
Dockside Power Hookup
Transient Dockage
Parking
Harbor Master / Dockmaster
VHF Radio Monitoring

Services

Fuel Dock
Pump-out Station
Haul-Out Service
Mechanical
Repair
Repair Diesel Engines
Repair Gas Engines
Electronics
Fiberglass
Paint
Bottom Painting
Canvas And Upholstery
Towing
Storage
Welding

Navigation

Depth (low water):5
Tide:High Tide

Notes

From the main channel at marker 4D, go approximately 70 degrees toward the pier at Little Harbor. Turn south, parallel the beach, stay in the channel to the Little Manatee River. Watch the new channel markers. Shell Point is off your bow

Dockage

Average price per day:$100-$150
Total:43
Type:Floating
LOA Max:60
Dockage depth:5
Accessibility:AC Power 30A, Liveaboard Allowed

Notes

You are charged $2.00 per foot for every calendar day you are docked as a transient. There is also an additional $15.00 per night fee if you want to stay on your boat. The transient dock does not have power or water. To stay overnight, because you are on the dock for two calendar days, it ends up costing $4.00 per foot plus $15.00, with no power or water.