Columbia Yacht Club

About

You will find Columbia Yacht Club in Chicago, IL, at 111 N Jean Baptiste Pointe du Sable Lake Shore Dr, listed here as a marina.

Visitors rate it highly — 4.8 out of 5 across 441 Google reviews. That puts it 1st of the 19 rated marinas we list in Chicago.

The gates never close, so an early run and a late walk are both on the table. Parking is a paid lot, so budget for it. And if it does not suit, 18 more marinas in Chicago are listed further down this page.

The quick take

Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other marinas in Chicago.

What works

Consistently well reviewed
4.8 stars held across 441 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.
The best-rated in Chicago
Measured against the 19 rated marinas we track in Chicago.
Open 24 hours
No gate times to work around — useful for sunrise starts and after-dark walks alike.
Restrooms on site
The difference between an hour here and a whole afternoon, especially with a group.
Easy to pair with a second stop
18 other marinas sit in the same city, so a wash-out here need not waste the trip.

Worth knowing first

Parking costs money
Only a paid lot is listed. Factor the fee in, or arrive by transit if you can.
Strongly seasonal
Boats come out of the water off-season, so both the services and the atmosphere thin right out.

Planning a visit

General guidance for marinas, adjusted for what this listing records.

What to expect

Slips, docks and the boardwalk that comes with them — worth the walk even if you do not own a boat.

A good fit for boaters, and anyone who likes a waterfront to walk along.

When to go

Summer weekends are lively; off-season mornings are quiet and far more photogenic. With 24-hour access, the quiet end of the day is genuinely available to you.

What to bring

A layer — it is windier on the water
Deck shoes
Slip details if you are berthing
A light if you are going after dark

Hours

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Amenities

Restrooms

Parking Available

Featured in

#2 in Best Marinas in Chicago, IL

Common questions about Columbia Yacht Club

What is Columbia Yacht Club?

Columbia Yacht Club is a marina in Chicago, IL, at 111 N Jean Baptiste Pointe du Sable Lake Shore Dr.

What are the opening hours at Columbia Yacht Club?

Columbia Yacht Club is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Are there restrooms at Columbia Yacht Club?

Yes, restrooms are available at Columbia Yacht Club.

Is there parking at Columbia Yacht Club?

Parking options here include a paid lot.

How is Columbia Yacht Club rated?

Columbia Yacht Club holds 4.8 out of 5 stars from 441 Google reviews.

What else is nearby?

Chicago has 18 other marinas listed on AllParx, including Burnham Park Yacht Club, Chicago Corinthian Yacht Club - Montrose Harbor and Diversey Harbor.