G. Marsten Dame Marina (Northport Harbor) — Attraction in Elmwood Charter Township

Nestled at the tip of the Leelanau Peninsula on Grand Traverse Bay, G. Marsten Dame Marina delivers an exceptional harbor experience with top‑notch amenities and an inviting community vibe. This DNR-certified harbor of refuge offers 131 slips, including both seasonal and transient berths, all well-maintained and easily accessed .

Boaters enjoy a full suite of facilities: electricity (30 & 50 amp), water, fuel (gasoline and diesel), pump‑out, ice, laundry, showers, boat launch, Wi‑Fi, and a welcoming boaters’ lounge with public bathrooms . The marina’s layout within a scenic park, adjacent to a swimming beach, playground, picnic area, dog run, and long‑term parking, adds to its charm .

What sets this marina apart is its walking‑distance proximity to downtown Northport—shops, restaurants, a grocery store, and brewery—making it easy to transition from boat life to village strolls in minutes .

Consistently rated highly by visitors—many calling out friendly staff, spotless facilities, and a vibrant local ambiance—this marina is a standout on the Leelanau Peninsula .

Five stars all the way—G. Marsten Dame Marina blends modern infrastructure with small‑town charm and scenic beauty, creating a perfect harbor stop or extended stay along...

The marina was terrific. Staff were helpful. The place is immaculately clean; in particular the boaters’ restrooms and showers were very clean. They also ‘dust’ the power boxes around the dock every day. The dock is well built, but fixed so if a few more inches are added to the lake level, the finger piers will be under water. The marina boaters’ building and lounge are very nice and includes a laundry room. There is a park on each side of the marina and one in back too, so plenty of open space, and terrific for walking a dog. Each park has a sand beach also for swimming. The marina is located right in downtown so it’s only a half block walk to a grocery store, coffee shop, ice cream and restaurants. Bbq grills are provided but bring your own charcoal. And there’s a weekly farmer’s market adjacent. The local nearby boat yard will also provide maintenance if you need it. The marina is well protected by a breakwall and inside a protected bay. We biked all the way to the top of the peninsula and saw the lighthouse and biked back. Not as far as you might think. The bay is fairly shallow and great...

Northport, my hometown, the many times I have bicycled around this entire village area and of course the many times I have gone to this marina. Bicycling around or walking around. Back in the 2008-2010 days the end of the walk path furthest out toward the water was the only cell phone reception I was able to get lol. Riding out from the farm house to the end of the walk path just to text people sometimes. At least I got some cardio, and leg work outs right? Hahah. Anyway, things have changed a lot since those days but mostly has kept it's original look. I am always ready for a nostalgic trip when I am here. That said, it's a great dock for boats and occasionally there will be people...