—°F

HARBORS

Wrangell Harbor Basin

The Wrangell Harbor Basin sits at the center of downtown, encircling Chief Shakes Island and the historic Shakes Tribal House, a culturally significant site and popular destination for visitors and residents alike. This active harbor basin supports a variety of vessel types with a mix of reserved stalls, transient moorage, and float infrastructure serving both commercial and recreational needs.

Facilities within the basin include Reliance Harbor, the Inner Harbor, Standard Oil Float, the Float Plane Dock, and the Fish & Game Float. Reliance Harbor, located just below the Harbor Office, provides 24-foot reserved stalls and transient dockage with access to sewer pump-out and loading zones. The Inner Harbor, one of the community’s earliest floating docks, is accessed through a narrow passage and offers reserved stalls for vessels under 40 feet. The Standard Oil Float sits near the boat launch and is well-suited for reserved moorage with convenient access to parking.

An aerial view of a marina with boats docked along the piers, surrounded by residential houses and greenery.

The Float Plane Dock, positioned at the north end of Reliance Harbor, supports local operators and charters with gear and passenger loading and unloading. The Fish & Game Float, just inside the breakwater, accommodates larger recreational boats, tenders, and agency vessels with reserved stalls ranging from 30 to 60 feet.

Moorage options within the basin include both reserved annual stalls (available by waitlist) and transient space when available. “Hot berthing” is permitted under certain conditions, and auxiliary vessels tied alongside are subject to transient fees. Due to limited capacity, especially for vessels over 30 feet, advance inquiry is encouraged.

Liveaboard vessels are allowed at designated floats with an approved setup and payment of a monthly residential user fee. Spaces are limited by float location and subject to a waitlist. Current location limits are: Shoemaker (6), Heritage (6), Fish & Game (4), Reliance (3), Standard Oil (1), and Inner Harbor (2). Vessels must meet sanitation requirements, and unauthorized liveaboard use may result in enforcement action.

For more information on moorage rates, liveaboard policies, and stall availability, please visit the Services & Equipment and Agreements & Use Policies sections of this website or contact the Harbor Office directly.

Services

Wrangell Ports & Harbors offers a full range of operational services, harbor infrastructure, and vessel support resources to meet the needs of both resident and visiting mariners. Whether you're launching for the day, mooring long-term, or hauling out for repairs, the following tools and services are available throughout the harbor system.

  • A permit is required to use all public boat launches. Permits are available for purchase at the Wrangell Harbor Office, located at 671 Shakes Street. Permits must be clearly displayed on trailers and are only valid for the current calendar year.  Parking at launch ramps is reserved for truck and trailer combinations only. Trailers may not be left unattended unless they are attached to a vehicle.

  • Reserved stalls are by waitlist only and require an Annual Mooring Agreement. Stalls are assigned by the Harbor Department and include metered electrical service (refundable deposit required).

  • Available on a space-available basis; most visiting vessels are directed to Heritage Harbor or Reliance Float. Vessels over 100 ft must contact the Harbor Office in advance. Hail VHF Ch. 16 between 7:00 AM–11:00 PM, then move to working channel as directed. A Transient Mooring Agreement is required.

Heritage Harbor

A marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by rocky shoreline and green foliage, with mountains in the background under an overcast sky.

Heritage Harbor is Wrangell’s largest and most modern harbor basin, located just south of downtown with convenient access from Zimovia Highway. Designed to accommodate both commercial and recreational vessels, the facility features approximately 250 slips and offers seasonal transient moorage when space allows.

The harbor is equipped with power, water, garbage disposal, and waste oil collection services, as well as a public sewer pump-out station. A boat launch ramp provides direct access for trailered vessels, with upland staging areas available for gear, vehicles, and trailers. Dedicated parking is provided for vehicle-and-trailer combinations near the launch; passenger vehicles parked in this area may be subject to citation.

Heritage Harbor plays a key role in supporting both working waterfront activity and local recreational use. For current stall availability, moorage rates, or launch permits, visit the Services & Equipment and Agreements & Use Policies section of this website or contact the Harbor Office directly.

Shoemaker Harbor

A marina with boats docked along the pier, surrounded by green mountains and a partly cloudy sky.

Shoemaker Bay Harbor is located approximately five miles south of downtown Wrangell and was fully reconstructed in 2018–2019 to support a wide range of commercial and recreational marine users. The harbor includes 250 slips for vessels of various sizes and is equipped with modern amenities to meet the needs of active boaters and working waterfront operations.

The facility features a public sewer pump-out station, power and water hookups, garbage disposal, and waste oil collection. A hydraulic crane, tidal grids, and a work float are available to assist with gear handling, vessel maintenance, and staging. A boat launch ramp and ample upland space provide additional support for users.

Adjacent to the harbor are a variety of recreational amenities, including a public park, tennis courts, camping areas, and access to nearby trails, making Shoemaker a popular destination for both marine and land-based activities.

For current moorage availability, launch requirements, or use policies, visit the Services & Equipment and Agreements & Use Policies section or contact the Harbor Office directly.