Reviews from Michael Smith (9)

Marina Review for Homeport Marina

Reviewed by: Michael Smith on Nov 3, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 33'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

Wonderful marina that is very accommodating. Concrete floating docks and very clean. Dinner at Lulu's was terrific with generous portions. Enjoyed the leftovers our next day. Their playground area was closed but it looks amazing.

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Marina Review for Bay Springs Marina

Reviewed by: Michael Smith on Oct 21, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 33'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

Very nice and clean with good service.The docks are in great condition. They have a courtesy car and we ventured into Belmont for some great Mexican at Costa Oaxaquena highly recommend. The marina is just above the lock.

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Anchorage Review for Pickensville - south

Reviewed by: Michael Smith on Oct 21, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 33'
Draft: 3.5'

This is an excellent anchorage just off the river. Plenty of water on the turn up and follow the riverbed a little ways in. Then we moved closer to shore to get into shallower water. Anchored in about 12 feet of water. A sailboat followed us in and anchored nearby. There is some highway noise but a small price for such a nice anchorage.

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Marina Review for Kingfisher Bay Marina

Reviewed by: Michael Smith on Oct 21, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 33'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

This marina is top notch. Entry was about 6 feet and then plenty of water in the marina. Kim is a very helpful manager. Easy to access the fuel dock/pumpout. Very nice ships store with lots of goodies and ice cream. Two hour courtesy car was great. The Red Barn restaurant is very good and busy (get there early). The restroom and laundry facilities are very clean and four washer/dryers available. The Demopolis Yacht Basin is now only for commercial tows according to Kim.

• WG Editor Comment:
  

  Demopolis Pool 33.06.

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Marina Review for Birdsong Resort Marina

Reviewed by: Michael Smith on Oct 13, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 33'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

A very interesting stop utilizing the well marked channel. It is around two miles in and it is imperative that you stay in the channel. You are rewarded with a friendly staff, a courtesy vehicle and an educational experience on pearls and pearl farming. If you have the time and the vehicle go to Log Cabin restaurant for some great southern cooking.

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Marina Review for Green Turtle Bay Resort (Boat Works)

Reviewed by: Michael Smith on Oct 12, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 33'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

We spent four nights here and the facility and staff was a pleasure. Two courtesy cars for customers which we utilized. Changed our oil there and they have a disposal tank. Nice full service yard and ships store. The restaurants were very good. And of course if you come here you must go to Patti's Restaurant for the pork chops.

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Marina Review for Clifton Marina

Reviewed by: Michael Smith on Oct 12, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 33'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

Very good customer service from the moment we pulled in. The restaurant/bar and the food was very good. Although they do close early. Facility was clean and in good shape. Depth was good.

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Anchorage Review for Bennets Cove

Reviewed by: Michael Smith on Oct 12, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 33'
Draft: 3.5'

This is a wonderful anchorage that is well protected but the entry should be taken cautiously and slow. Water depth near the entrance is shallow. Once you enter a good holding mud bottom.

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Marina Review for Pickwick Landing State Park Marina

Reviewed by: Michael Smith on Oct 12, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 33'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

Super convenient coming out of the lock. Well marked channel to enter the marina. Very clean state park and marina. A little bit of a walk to the lodge and restaurant. (We needed a nice walk after a long day on our trawler.) A ride was offered. Good food and friendly staff.

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