42°
49' 12" N
82° 29' 05 W
H. Avery Armstrong
Harbor Master
Office (810) 329-4125
Fax
(810) 329-5292
Mailing Address
547 N. Carney
Drive
St. Clair
MI 48079
Facilities & Things to Know
The St. Clair Boat Harbor is located on the Pine River, a tributary to the beautiful St . Clair River. The Harbor has new floating and fixed docks in the main harbor and broad side docking on the city side of Pine River. Cable TV and wireless internet are available for a nominal fee. Water depths are from 5 to 11 feet and can accommodate vessels up to 110 feet. The historic, quaint city of St. Clair makes a perfect choice for a weekend visit or week long vacation. For the boaters that have time off during the week the harbor is offering a "Mid Week Special". Monday through Thursday stay two nights and you get your second night's dockage at half price. The special also includes discount coupons for most restaurants in the St. Clair area and for golfing at Pine Shores Golf Course. Enterprise Car Rental is offering both midweek and weekend special discount rates for our visitors. Rent a car and check out Port Huron or the casinos in Sarnia, Ontario.
For reservations, call 1-800-447-2757. Reservations can be made six (6) months in advance. The harbor can be reached by phone at 810-329-4125, by fax at 810- 329-5292 or by e-mail at scbh1@sbcglobal.net. When approaching the harbor by water you also can contact us on Channel 09 on your VHS radio.
Boat Clubs and Groups
Boat clubs and groups of five or more are welcome. You can reserve a section of the harbor for your club or group. We can arrange for golf outings and put you in touch with caterers. Contact the Harbormaster directly for arrangement.
Marina Location and Bridge Information
The GPS coordinates for the harbor is 42 degrees, 49 minutes and 12 seconds North, and 82 degrees, 29 minutes and 5 seconds West. The harbor is on the Pine River just off of the St. Clair River. The mouth of the Pine River is located between the Voyageur Restaurant and Cargill Salt Company. A St. Clair Harbor sign and a U.S., Canadian and State flag are flying on the southeast comer of the entrance.
The Pine River Bridge operates between April 1st and December 1st with operating hours from 8:00 a.m. until 2:00 a.m. The bridge will open on demand on the hour and half hour. The best way to notify the bridge tender that you desire an opening is by calling him on Channel 09. They will also open to the standard navigation practice of a long and short blast of your horn. However, they sometimes cannot hear the horn because of traffic noise. If you need to leave the harbor earlier than 8:00 a.m., you need to call the bridge tender the day before and request an early opening. They can be reached on Channel 09 or at 810-329-9420.
Washrooms and Pavilions
Washrooms and showers are located in the Harbormaster's building. They are open 24 hours a day. There is a security guard on duty at night.
Pavilions can be reserved ahead of time by contacting the Harbormaster. There are four (4) pavilions available for clubs and individual use. During inclement weather they have roll down sides to keep out the rain and wind. They all have BBQ's for your use. Please bring or purchase your own charcoal. Also available are propane heaters and chimney wood burning pits to extend your season and your nights a little longer. Wood is available at the harbor for a small fee.
Customs
All Canadian and U.S. citizens must call U.S. Customs if the St. Clair Harbor is your first stop after leaving Canada. There is a toll free phone and phone numbers available at the Harbormaster's Office.
Garbage
For your convenience, there are large trash bins located in the parking lot. Also, there is trash and recycle cans located in each pavilion as well as in the office area. But, at the St. Clair Boat Harbor you just hand your trash to an employee, they would be happy to dispose of it for you. Remember, you're the one on vacation!
Supplies
ValvTect Marine Gasoline (Mid-Grade 89.0 Octane) & ValvTect Premium Diesel, oil and pump outs are available on dock #3. Other limited marine supplies, charts, ice (block & cube), clothing and bait are sold at the office.
Services
The Boat Harbor has no repair facilities. There is a full marine repair service available in the area. Please ask the marina staff for a referral.
Animals
Dogs are welcome, however, we ask that you keep them leashed at all times and please clean up after them. There is a dog walk area at the southeast end of the parking lot.
Transportation to Town
The marina staff will be happy to take you to town. We will take you shopping, to the restaurants and the golf course. We will also pick you up; just ask the merchant or restaurant staff to call the harbor. Also, please check this directory for a list of area church services.
Recreation
There are numerous walking/running and bicycle trails in the area. Consult the staff or posted maps at the harbor. The harbor staff will transport you or your children to and from the city pool, tennis courts or other city playgrounds (harbor staff cannot remain with your children.
Pine Shores Golf Course is a challenging nine hole municipal golf course across the river from the harbor. The Harbormaster can arrange tee times for you at the St. Clair River Country Club (dress code applies)
Rentals
We have canoes and kayaks for rent. You can paddle around the harbor or take a trip up the Pine River to fish or picnic. There is a landing area up river with a picnic table and outhouse.
Fishing/Swimming
Please no fishing, jumping or diving from the docks. Talk with staff about locations where you can fish and swim. Licenses and tackle are available at local stores.
Launch Ramp
Larger boats can be launched from our ramp. Trailer your boat in for the weekend and stay at the harbor. Enjoy the excellent fishing in the St. Clair River with easy access to Lake Huron and Lake St. Clair.
Recreational Vehicles
RVs are welcome at the harbor. Bring your personal watercraft, visit your friends that are staying at the harbor, or just come and stay with us! (20 AMP is all that is available at this time.)
Entrance
The entrance to the harbor is on Fort Street. From River Road (M-29) turn west on Fort Street and Harbormaster office is straight ahead. Fort Street is the first street south of the Pine River Bridge.
From 1-94, exit at 257, Fred Moore Highway, and turn right. Travel east on Fred Moore Highway until you reach the first STOP sign. From the STOP sign, turn right onto Clinton Avenue. Drive until Clinton Avenue dead ends at River Road. At River Road turn right and cross over the Pine River Bridge. Shortly after the bridge turn right at the first street (this will be Fort Street). The harbor offices are straight ahead.
From 1-69 exit off at exit 196 - Wadhams. Take a right turn. Travel south on Wadhams for about 10 miles to Rattle Run Road. Turn left on Rattle Run Road and travel east. Rattle Run Road turns into Clinton Avenue when you enter the St. Clair city limits. When Clinton Avenue dead ends at Riverside, turn right and go over the Pine River Bridge. Turn right on Fort Street, which is the first street shortly after the bridge, and the harbor office is straight ahead.
Emergencies
In the event of weather related or other emergency, the basement of the Waste Water Treatment Plant is the designated shelter for boaters at the St. Clair Boat Harbor. The Waste Water Plant is located at the NE end of the parking lot. An employee will guide you to the shelter and let you in.