Reviews: McKinley Marina

Review Now

These are observations from the boating community. Waterway Guide information is verified regularly and all efforts will be made to validate any new updates submitted here. Thank you for taking the time to share comments about your experience.

Waterway Guide reserves the option of editing reviews and comments for grammar, clarity and the removal of defamatory or potentially slanderous language. When appropriate, reviews are forwarded to businesses for response prior to being made public. We will make every effort to be objective and impartial when posting reviews, but do not publicize details of disputes between parties.

Thanks for your valuable feedback!

McKinley Marina

1750 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr.
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Lake Michigan

Lat / Lon: N 43° 03.082' / W 087° 53.098'
Contact: Eric Lesch
VHF Monitored: 9
VHF Working: 16
Phone: (414) 273-5224
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://county.milwaukee.gov/EN/Parks/Explore/Lakefront/McKinley-Marina

4.33(3)

4.33 out of 5 stars

Review for McKinley Marina

Reviewed by: Richard Lewis , Sea-Quel, on Oct 14, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 56'
Draft: 4.5'

Rating: 5

What a pleasant surprise. It is a well protected and deep marina. Facilities are in good shape and staff helpful. Views of skyline at night were beautiful. Can't comment on other amenities or the Milwaukee itself as we only stayed one night.

View location on the Waterway Guide Explorer

Review for McKinley Marina

Reviewed by: Paul Steindorf , Ohana, on Nov 14, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 45'
Draft: 4.5'

Rating: 4

Stayed here for over a week October 2023. Good security, washrooms, laundry. A gale was blowing in Lake Michigan for a few days, boat bounced around in the slip and lines stretched tight as could be. Forgot to put chafe protection on the lines and ruined a couple. Easy walking distance to a great coffee shop, and a bit of a walk to grocery. You probably need rideshare or a car to really see Milwaukee, although there are rentable e-scooters around. Fuel and Pumpout available. A large marina basin, might have a hike to get back to the office. WiFi was weak to fair. Floating docks in good shape. Not the closest to Summerfest, but it is full service.

View location on the Waterway Guide Explorer

Review for McKinley Marina

Reviewed by: Wade A. on Sep 1, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 45'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 4

Stayed 5 days here on Aug 2022.
Pro: Good security for leaving the boat for a quick trip home. A short Uber to the airport. Very walkable for pets, exercise and local events. Nice floating docks with good power and water. Excellent restrooms, showers, and laundry.
Con: Long hike from slips to the office. Only semi-walkable for shopping and dining. Not walkable for groceries. No pool.

View location on the Waterway Guide Explorer