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Holding:
5.00
Good, Sandy Mud
Wind Protection:
4.42
Somewhat Exposed Northwest
Current Flow:
4.36
Wake Protection:
3.42
Somewhat Exposed Northwest
Scenic Beauty:
3.64
Ease of Shopping:
1.25
Shore Access:
3.00
Pet Friendly:
3.38
Cell Service:
4.70
WiFi:
1.75

  • Review for Marine Stadium

    Reviewed by: Eddie Deveau on Aug 28, 2024
    Vessel Type: Power
    LOA: 41'
    Draft: 3.5'

    Overall Rating:
    5
    Holding:
    5
    Wind Protection:
    4
    Current Flow:
    4
    Wake Protection:
    4
    Scenic Beauty:
    4
    Pet Friendly:
    4
    Cell Service:
    5
    WiFi:
    3

    We anchored here on the way down to the Keys and then on the way back. First time was a Sunday night. Lots of boats anchored but still plenty of room. Once anchored we took our dog to shore on dinghy and tied off at dinghy dock. The view of Miami is outstanding, especially at night. Only negative first night was a party boat with extremely loud music until 5:30 am. However, on the way back, we stopped on a Tuesday night and evening was very quiet all night. Was Awesome! Our anchor was set okay with one anchor adjustment. We also set the anchor alarm but was secure all night. Will definitely use this anchorage again.

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  • Review for Marine Stadium

    Reviewed by: Rick Vicars on May 3, 2024
    Vessel Type: Power
    LOA: 45'
    Draft: 5.0'

    Overall Rating:
    3
    Holding:
    5
    Wind Protection:
    4
    Current Flow:
    5
    Wake Protection:
    3
    Scenic Beauty:
    3

    4-9-24 We anchored in 9 feet of water to wait for a window to cross to the Bahamas. Good holding in sand/mud. Unfortunately we arrived on a Sunday and the area was full of boats. We found a opening in front of the stadium about half way to the opposite shore. It quieted down on the weekdays but still a lot of activity. This is a good option for a short term stay but if more than a few days I will use another location. Law enforcement stopped by on our second day and said an event was planned for the upcoming weekend and all boats would have to move to the north side of the waterway. He also said future plans were to eliminate anchoring at the marina stadium.

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  • Review for Marine Stadium

    Reviewed by: LindaWilkes, Redeemed, on May 1, 2023
    Vessel Type: Sail
    LOA: 34'
    Draft: 5.0'

    Overall Rating:
    3

    Beautiful city lights. Extremely loud music from party boats every night. Watch depth. Good holding. Mast and boom of Wreck is visible between anchorage and sea wall.

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  • Review for Marine Stadium

    Reviewed by: Hal Goldschlag on Mar 13, 2023
    Vessel Type: Power
    LOA: 37'
    Draft: 3.0'

    Overall Rating:
    4
    Holding:
    5
    Wind Protection:
    5
    Current Flow:
    5
    Wake Protection:
    5
    Scenic Beauty:
    4
    Ease of Shopping:
    2
    Shore Access:
    4
    Pet Friendly:
    5
    Cell Service:
    5
    WiFi:
    5

    We arrived late Sunday afternoon and it was still in full swing. The anchorage was crowded but we were able to easily find a place to anchor. The music didn't stop until way past 9:00 pm. The view of the city lit up at night was amazing. It was the easiest place to land a dinghy and take the dog for a walk. I would stop again but more midweek.

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  • Review for Marine Stadium

    Reviewed by: Capt. Mac Rubel on Mar 24, 2022
    LOA: 48'
    Draft: 5.0'

    Overall Rating:
    4
    Holding:
    5
    Wind Protection:
    5
    Current Flow:
    5
    Wake Protection:
    5
    Scenic Beauty:
    4
    Ease of Shopping:
    2
    Shore Access:
    2
    Pet Friendly:
    2
    Cell Service:
    5

    You either love the Miami Marine Stadium or you hate it, or both. Crowded and noisy but well protected with good holding. Shore access is possible but you are landing your dinghy next to the highway. You are in downtown Miami while sitting out on you back deck watching the Million Dollar Miami Skyline. I would not want to spend a week here but we love spending the night, knowing we will be far away the following day. We were there mid-week so the music actually stopped early. We had a good night's rest. One thing that we did remark on was the presence of four LE boats from different jurisdictions patrolling the area. Cell coverage was excellent. Nothing in our experience would keep us from coming back the next time through.

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  • Review for Marine Stadium

    Reviewed by: Lisa Mister, Lisa Anne, on Feb 16, 2022
    Vessel Type: Sail
    LOA: 42'
    Draft: 5.5'

    Overall Rating:
    4
    Holding:
    5
    Wind Protection:
    5
    Current Flow:
    5
    Wake Protection:
    5
    Scenic Beauty:
    2
    Ease of Shopping:
    1
    Shore Access:
    5
    Pet Friendly:
    5
    Cell Service:
    4
    WiFi:
    1

    This anchorage is not for everyone, but we like it. On the weekends it's a totally different scene than on the weekdays. Weekends are filled with loud music and jet skis, the weekdays are quiet and enjoyable. This is a very well protected anchorage from all sides, a stunning view of Miami, and beats the $5+ per foot rate in the surrounding marinas. Use beaches for shore access. Good holding in sand/ mud. No problems even in heavy wind. Bus stops at Marine Stadium for access to the city. Walk across Rickenbaker Causeway and spend the day at Virginia Key beach with a nice view, swimming in Biscayne Bay, which is a dog friendly beach (rare in FL), and food trucks for lunch.

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  • Review for Marine Stadium

    Reviewed by: Melissa Goff on Aug 12, 2021
    Vessel Type: Power
    LOA: 25'
    Draft: 12.0'

    Overall Rating:
    2
    Holding:
    5
    Wind Protection:
    4
    Current Flow:
    4
    Wake Protection:
    2
    Scenic Beauty:
    5
    Ease of Shopping:
    1
    Shore Access:
    2
    Pet Friendly:
    1
    Cell Service:
    5
    WiFi:
    1

    Beautiful place to watch the sunset over the city. Prepare yourself for extremely loud incessant Hispanic music and jet skis that are wreckless (one hit a boat and fled the seen). If you can't close your boat up at night to help hide the noise and don't want to be up until 3 am, look elsewhere. We stayed a Wednesday night and it was still VERY noisy. Not kid friendly at all. This was a last resort stop as the fuel dock was closed.

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  • Review for Marine Stadium

    Reviewed by: Len Barton on Jun 10, 2021
    Vessel Type: Sail
    LOA: 41'
    Draft: 5.0'

    Overall Rating:
    4
    Holding:
    5
    Wind Protection:
    5
    Current Flow:
    3
    Wake Protection:
    1

    Arrived on a Sunday. What a zoo.
    Not much sleep since the party went on till 5AM

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  • Review for Marine Stadium

    Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Jan 11, 2021
    Vessel Type: Power
    LOA: 39'
    Draft: 3.5'

    Overall Rating:
    5
    Holding:
    5
    Wind Protection:
    4
    Current Flow:
    5
    Wake Protection:
    4
    Scenic Beauty:
    5
    Ease of Shopping:
    1
    Cell Service:
    5
    WiFi:
    1

    Great holding in sand. Plenty of room. Not a quiet bucolic anchorage with lots of boats partying on the weekend, but it didn't bother us- was actually entertaining. Beautiful night view of the Miami skyline.

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  • Review for Marine Stadium

    Reviewed by: Paul Smyers, SV Nova, on Apr 17, 2020
    Vessel Type: Sail
    LOA: 43'
    Draft: 4.0'

    Overall Rating:
    3
    Holding:
    5
    Wind Protection:
    4
    Current Flow:
    4
    Wake Protection:
    5
    Scenic Beauty:
    2
    Ease of Shopping:
    1
    Shore Access:
    1
    Pet Friendly:
    1
    Cell Service:
    5
    WiFi:
    1

    It's free and has a great view of the Miami skyline.

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  • Review for Marine Stadium

    Reviewed by: Robert Sherer on Apr 1, 2018
    Vessel Type: Sail
    LOA: 42'
    Draft: 5.0'

    Overall Rating:
    4
    Holding:
    5
    Wind Protection:
    3
    Current Flow:
    5
    Wake Protection:
    3
    Scenic Beauty:
    5
    Ease of Shopping:
    1
    Shore Access:
    4
    Pet Friendly:
    5
    Cell Service:
    5
    WiFi:
    1

    We've anchored here a dozen times. The holding is secure and protected 360 if you snug up into the southeast end. There is a sandy beach to land your dinghy on the north side and a running trail. We get ice at the marina on the south side of the anchorage which is also a restaurant. There's plenty of room to anchor so you never feel crowded. The area is also used by sailing clubs training for Olympic and other sailing events which are fun to watch. You can approach either side of the island an anchor in 8 to 10 ft of water. The view at night of the Miami skyline is stunning.

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  • Review for Marine Stadium

    Reviewed by: clsr2nrvna on Apr 11, 2017
    Vessel Type: Sail
    LOA: 37'
    Draft: 4.0'

    Overall Rating:
    4
    Holding:
    5
    Wind Protection:
    5
    Current Flow:
    3
    Wake Protection:
    2
    Scenic Beauty:
    3
    Ease of Shopping:
    1
    Shore Access:
    3
    Cell Service:
    3
    WiFi:
    1

    Quieter cove but can be busy depending on day/time. Dolphins sometimes hang out here. No amenities.

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  • Review for Marine Stadium

    Reviewed by: Lucy Wilcox on Feb 22, 2017
    Vessel Type: Sail
    LOA: 38'
    Draft: 3.9'

    Overall Rating:
    4
    Holding:
    5
    Wind Protection:
    5
    Wake Protection:
    2
    Scenic Beauty:
    3
    Pet Friendly:
    4
    Cell Service:
    5

    Please note, this anchorage is closed from mid-January until after the boat show (middle of February) each year; enforced by Miami marine police. Great protection from foul weather, beautiful view of downtown Miami and several beach options for dog walks. Jet skis and wake boarders use this area on the weekends.

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