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SkipperBud's Prairie Harbor Yacht Club

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12800 Lakeshore Drive
Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158
42° 29' 37.3'', -87° 48' 20.26''
2626973200
VHF Ch. 12
$2.50/ft
www.prairieharboryachtclub.com
Waukegan Harbor
SkipperBud's Prairie Harbor Yacht Club
SkipperBud's Prairie Harbor Yacht Club
SkipperBud's Prairie Harbor Yacht Club
SkipperBud's Prairie Harbor Yacht Club
SkipperBud's Prairie Harbor Yacht Club
SkipperBud's Prairie Harbor Yacht Club
SkipperBud's Prairie Harbor Yacht Club
SkipperBud's Prairie Harbor Yacht Club
SkipperBud's Prairie Harbor Yacht Club

Awards


Boaters Choice 2020Boaters Choice 2021Boaters Choice 2023Boaters Choice Elite Fleet 2024

About


PHYC is a SAFE, SECURE, and PRIVATE marina with NEW DOCKS! We're a gated community with incredible amenities including free dockside pump out, the BEST high speed wireless internet on Lake Michigan, beautiful heated pool with a gorgeous view of the lake, 15 grills on site for private use, sand volleyball, private beach, video security... The list goes on and on!

For a tour, transient stay, or any other info, call Harbormaster Matt at 262-697-3200.

Berth Capacity


Slips:151

Approach


Minimum Approach Depth:8.0 Feet
Minimum Channel Depth:8.0 Feet
Mean Low Water Dock Depth:8.0 Feet

Services & Amenities

Last Updated: Jul 12, 2024

Dockage:Yes
Water Hookup:Yes
Transient Storage:Yes
Water Taxi:Within 5 Miles
Wi-Fi:Yes
Pump-out:Yes
Restrooms:Yes
Showers:Yes
Laundry:Yes
Trash:Yes
Ice:Yes
Propane:Yes
Security:Yes
Swimming Pool:Yes
Groceries:Within 5 Miles
Pharmacy:Within 5 Miles
Beach:Within 5 Miles
Dog Park:Within 5 Miles
Pet Friendly:Yes
Golf:Within 5 Miles
Tennis:Within 5 Miles
Max. Vessel LOA:80.0 Feet
Max. Slip Length:80.0 Feet
Floating Docks:Yes
Oil Disposal:Yes
Live Aboard:Yes
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In our travels to almost every port on Lake Michigan we have never experienced this level of hospitality. Fantastic! Harbor Master Matt communicated ahead of time to tell us what to expect including slip number, directions to the slip, power and tie up instructions. Dockhands met us at the dock as we tied up and gave us gate keys, combinations, more info about rules. We were invited to join the annual owners BBQ complete with great food and outstanding live music under the big tent. We could not recommend this yacht club more highly. We didn’t have a chance to enjoy the beautiful pool or tennis court, but hopefully can next time. Thank you Harbor Master Matt!!!

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Very nice marina , beautiful club . Clean restrooms.

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Immaculate facility, excellent staff and now two out of four new docks with adjustable clear system. Harbor Master Matt really takes care of this place!

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All staff were very friendly and helpful. The yacht club and marina were very clean . We enjoyed our stay greatly

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Excellent Marina! Well protected, clean, quiet, tranquil environment with superb grounds, landscaping and facilities. Pool, clubhouse, showers, tennis courts are great amenities, Phenomenal harbormaster and dock staff too!

Marina Response:
Thanks for the kind words, Pete! Always a good time having you and the crew here.
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A wonderful jewel of a place! Patio overlooking Lake Michigan is amazing. Great staff.

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If you are looking for a private retreat type marina that makes you feel like you are at a high class resort, this is your place. Harbor Master Matt is first class and runs his Marina as such. Dock staff equally outstanding!

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This is a beautiful and well run marina. Facilities are first class.

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Super helpful and friendly staff. Quite well protected place to just hang out. Excellent club house, pool and tennis courts along with beautiful view.

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Great place! Enjoyed playing tennis and the pool !

Marina Response:
It was great having you here, and we look forward to next time! - Harbormaster Matt
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Very nice place, but not staffed, you have to guess what slip to dock in. Also, LOTS of mosquitoes in the evening, bring bugs pray!

Marina Response:
Hi Mike! Sorry for the confusion... We sent you the following message through the Dockwa app prior to your arrival: "Hi Mike! Thanks for reserving with us. I've got you in slip D205, which is a bow in port tie near the ramp on our D Dock, which is the dock on the west end of the marina. Call when you're maybe 20 minutes away, and we'll get over there to meet you and get you checked in. We can even help catch lines if you'd like. Look forward to having you here, and see you soon! - Harbormaster Matt" As for the mosquitoes, we hire the Mosquito Squad to spray every 2 - 3 weeks, but you are right! We are located in the middle of the Chiwaukee Nature Preserve, so bug spray is always a good idea. Thanks for your comments, and we will work harder next time to make sure we earn that five star review. Happy boating! - Harbormaster Matt
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Matt and his crew were super helpful getting us into the marina and slip! Great place, super-friendly people, beautiful view of the lake!

Marina Response:
It is a beautiful view--we love it, too! Thanks for staying, and we'll see you next time! - Harbormaster Matt
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Matt the Harbor Master was extremely helpful. We were arriving after hours and Matt called us while we were still on the lake and offered to come back to the harbor to help us dock and get settled in! Also, upon our return the next day from a day sail with friends, he again was at the dock to lend a hand. Great customer service!

Marina Response:
It was a pleasure helping you folks out--I'm glad it all worked out. Come back soon! - Harbormaster Matt
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Marina was great. Matt (harbormaster) greeted us and gave us a quick tour. The facilities are outstanding. Neighboring boaters invited us to join them for drinks on the dock. Will definitely dock there again.

Marina Response:
Thanks for the great review! I agree that we have some of the nicest boaters on Lake Michigan. Hope you can come back soon! - Harbormaster Matt
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