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Southport Yacht Club Marina

The Southport Yacht Club marina on the Gold Coast Broadwater at Main Beach: about 300 berths and superyacht berths, on VHF 74.

Marina · International

Welcome to Southport Yacht Club Marina

Southport Yacht Club Marina is at 1 Macarthur Parade, Main Beach, on the southern end of the Broadwater on Queensland's Gold Coast. The club was founded in 1946. The marina has about 300 berths, including superyacht berths.

Guide TypeMarina Guide
CountryAustralia
LocationMain Beach, Gold Coast, Queensland
RegionGold Coast, Queensland
Telephone+61 7 5591 3500
Email[email protected]
Marina VHFChannel 74
BerthsAbout 300
Maximum LOA130 m (megayacht berth)
Fuel24-hour fuel jetty
Pump-outSewage pump-out
Shore Power15 A to 600 A
Wi-FiWireless internet
LaundryLaundry facilities
ChandleryOn site
CustomsGold Coast customs clearance site
SecuritySecurity surveillance
Club founded1946

Arrival by Sea

The Broadwater is entered from the Pacific through the Gold Coast Seaway. Call the marina office on VHF Channel 74.

Facilities Afloat

The marina has a 24-hour fuel jetty, sewage pump-out, power from 15 to 600 amps, wireless internet, laundry facilities and security surveillance. Its floating megayacht berth takes vessels up to 130 metres.

Marine Services

Slipway services and a chandlery are at the club.

Ashore

Main Beach and Surfers Paradise are a short distance south of the marina.

The club is the customs clearance site for the Gold Coast. It has a waterfront restaurant and bars.

Racing

Southport Yacht Club runs Sail Paradise, three days of offshore racing off the Gold Coast, held over the Queensland King's Birthday long weekend in early October. Competing yachts sail out through the Gold Coast Seaway each day and berth at the club.

Marina office

The marina office is on +61 7 5591 3500 and [email protected].

Skipper's Notes

Marina VHF: Channel 74. Telephone: +61 7 5591 3500. Email: [email protected].

Before You Arrive

  • Confirm the berth, vessel dimensions and arrival instructions directly with the marina or harbour office.
  • Check depths, tidal access and any entry or clearance formalities before arrival.
  • Use current charts, pilot books, forecasts and local notices, and follow harbour-master directions.
  • Treat every map and position in this Guide as general orientation, never navigation.
  • Recheck fuel, lifting and seasonal service availability before departure.

Contact and booking

Berths, prices, depths and arrival procedures change. Confirm them directly with the marina or harbour office before you sail.

Frequently asked questions

What VHF channel does Southport Yacht Club Marina use?

Marina VHF: Channel 74.

What is the phone number for Southport Yacht Club Marina?

Telephone: +61 7 5591 3500.

How do I email Southport Yacht Club Marina?

Email: [email protected].

What is the largest boat Southport Yacht Club Marina can take?

Maximum LOA: 130 m (megayacht berth).

Is fuel available at Southport Yacht Club Marina?

Fuel: 24-hour fuel jetty.

Where do visiting boats clear in at Southport Yacht Club Marina?

Customs: Gold Coast customs clearance site.

Conditions

Tides

A quick look at the water around Southport Yacht Club Marina before you set off. Always check the full forecast and tide tables.

Tide times official tables

Official tide predictions for the area. Times are local.

Bureau of Meteorology tide predictions

Find your way

Location

This map is provided for general orientation only and must not be used for navigation.

Local knowledge

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