Marina in Kingston, Ontario
Confederation Basin Marina
Confederation Basin puts visiting boaters in the middle of Kingston's waterfront, beside City Hall and a short walk from downtown services. The main planning points are the transient request window, VHF 68 arrival instructions, seasonal hours, and the fact that fuel and pump-out are handled at Portsmouth Olympic Harbour rather than in the basin itself.
Confederation Basin Marina
Plan your visit
What to know before you go.
Downtown Kingston waterfront beside City Hall.
Open for the 2026 marina season.
Power and sailboats up to 30 m.
Daily serviced/unserviced rates vary by month; tax applies.
Call staff before entering for slip instructions.
Private washrooms, showers, laundry, water, power, ice, and security are listed.
Not at Confederation Basin.
Listed among marina amenities.
Best For
Good To Know
Submit transient requests at least 48 hours before arrival during the marina season, then wait for confirmation because the City says a request does not guarantee a reservation.
Use VHF Channel 68 on approach. Staff verify the slip assignment and entry instructions, and the City cautions that a slip shown on the rental agreement may change.
Plan fuel and pump-out separately at Portsmouth Olympic Harbour; Confederation Basin lists washrooms, showers, laundry, water, power, ice, WiFi in the lobby/office area, and security patrols.
If your shore-side route uses Kingston's east-end connection, check the 2026 LaSalle Causeway closure and lift schedule before setting plans around crew changes or supplies.
Moorage Setup
- Slip capacity
- The City lists 350 slip finger docks at Confederation Basin, accommodating power and sailboats up to 30 metres.
- Transient workflow
- Transient requests need contact information, vessel details, and preferred dates; during the season, requests should be submitted at least 48 hours before arrival.
- Daily rates
- Daily 2026 rates are listed per foot, with lower May/June/September/October rates and higher July/August rates; 15, 30, and 50 amp power are priced separately.
Services
- Guest amenities
- The marina lists an office with visitor information, electrical and water service, private washrooms and showers, laundry, ice, regular security patrol, and staff dockhands.
- WiFi
- Complementary WiFi is listed in the Confederation Marina lobby and office area, but the City notes it is not available on the docks.
- Fuel and pump-out
- Fuel and pump-out are directed to Portsmouth Olympic Harbour, so include that extra stop in arrival or departure planning.
Arrival And Shore Plans
- VHF check-in
- Approaching boaters should call marina staff on VHF 68 for slip verification and entry instructions before assuming the assigned slip is final.
- Downtown location
- The basin is in front of City Hall, behind Shoal Tower, and close to downtown restaurants, shops, theatres, museums, and nightlife.
- Mail and parcels
- City marinas do not accept mail or parcel deliveries for customers; the City points to Canada Post at 120 Clarence St. for nearby service.
Official Info
- Marina page
- Use the City page for current rates, hours, booking links, services, contact details, and arrival instructions. Open City marina page
- Causeway updates
- Use the City's LaSalle Causeway page before driving through Kingston on scheduled lift or closure dates. Open causeway updates
Questions People Ask
Is Confederation Basin Marina open in 2026?
Yes. The City lists the marina as open for the 2026 season from May 1 until Oct. 15.
How do I book a transient slip?
Submit a transient booking request with contact information, vessel details, and preferred dates. During the marina season, the City asks for requests at least 48 hours before arrival, but says a request does not guarantee a reservation.
What should I do when approaching the marina?
Contact marina staff on VHF Channel 68. Staff will confirm the slip assignment and give entry instructions, and the City cautions not to assume the slip on the rental agreement is final.
Are showers and laundry available?
Yes. The City lists private washrooms and showers, laundry facilities, water, electrical service, ice, staff dockhands, and regular security patrol.
Can I get fuel or pump-out at Confederation Basin?
No. The City notes that fuel and pump-out services are located at Portsmouth Olympic Harbour.
What is the daily transient rate?
For 2026, the City lists daily per-foot rates of $2.08 unserviced and $2.26 serviced in May, June, September, and October, and $2.26 unserviced and $2.61 serviced in July and August, with power and tax handled separately.
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Official And Operator
- City of KingstonOfficial page
- City of KingstonOfficial page