Ships

In front of the T. Stell Newman Visitor Center at War in the Pacific National Historical Park in Guam stands the last Type-C Japanese midget submarine in existence.

The Bartlett Cove Dock is where the action happens! Launch your adventure by boat here, or visit the dock to take in the sights.

Audio program overview of the why Richmond, California was chosen as this national park location.

This program is part of an introduction to the history of the park and the WWII Home Front. You can listen to it at home, while driving, before your visit to the park visitor center or as part of the official NPS App driving tour. These files are also available as a free download on our website and can be a great educational tool for your classroom.

With just under 1500 slips plus dry storage spaces, two marina stores, two restaurants, marine service and repair facilities, fuel, rentals and storage.

The Flamingo Marina, open year-round, can accommodate boats with electric and water hookups. Marina is currently open with access to power, 30A water pedestals, pump out, showers (available for $3), fuel, and fully stocked marina store (beer, water, sunscreen, bug spray, to-go food etc.) The channel will accept a four-foot maximum draft at HIGH-TIDE. At SLACK TIDE (0 tide) the channel is approximately two feet deep.

The Maritime Washington National Heritage Area tells a nationally important story of maritime heritage, from Native American canoe cultures to industrial working waterfronts, that shaped western Washington and contributes today to our development as a nation.

SEA HUNTER III passenger ferry services makes day trips to Isle Royale.

The Voyageur II is a passenger ferry based in Minnesota that services Isle Royale.

In its latest of many lives, the Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey is often at sea, unavailable to park visitors. We recreated it virtually so more people than ever can explore its decks—and its stories.

Article written by Emma Rockenbeck for "A Day in the Life of a Fellow" Article Series National Park Service - Workforce Management Fellow in Partnership with Northwest Youth Corps (NYC)

The Charles Hall Ferry returns to service July 4th providing passage over Lake Powell between Bullfrog and Halls Crossing. Initially the ferry will operate Thursdays through Sundays and fee payment will be cash only.

From March 1 through June 30, annual closures of Drakes Estero, Estero de Limantour, Double Point, and the westernmost end of Limantour Spit are implemented to protect harbor seals during their pupping season. From March 1 through July 31, 2023, Miller Rocks, Hog Island, and Duck Island are closed to better protect nesting seabirds. From March 1 through September 30, 2023, a portion of the Point Reyes Beach is closed to certain activities to better protect nesting western snowy plovers.

From March 1 through June 30, annual closures of Drakes Estero, Estero de Limantour, Double Point, and the westernmost end of Limantour Spit are implemented to protect harbor seals during their pupping season. From March 1 through July 31, 2022, Miller Rocks, Hog Island, and Duck Island are closed to better protect nesting seabirds. From March 1 through September 30, 2022, a portion of the Point Reyes Beach is closed to certain activities to better protect nesting western snowy plovers.

Irish Naval Ship, LE Samuel Beckett to visit Charlestown Navy Yard, October 3-7, 2019.

Information on purchasing changes of annual boat launch permits.

Dry Tortugas National Park announced the selection of Yankee Freedom III, Inc. to provide interpretive ferry service to the park. The new contract term, which begins Nov. 1, is for ten years and will provide daily ferry service to the park with departures from Key West.

This lesson is based on the World War II facilities at Midway, among the thousands of properties listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The facilities have been designated a National Historic Landmark.

Ranger III ferry service connecting Houghton, MI to Isle Royale National Park completed 60 years of service this October.