The Sudden Valley Marina contains both wet and dry boat docking options for Sudden Valley residents. There is also a public boat launch and other recreational facilities. Due to high demand, there is a waitlist for both wet and dry boat docking slips.
Marina Hours & Use Requirements
- Docks and the boat launch open daily from 6:00AM – 9:00PM (With Access Card Permissions)
- Marina Office Hours: 9:45AM – 1:00PM | 1:30PM – 6:15PM | Friday-Sunday | Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend
- For assistance at other times: Please call the Rec Front Desk at 360-366-8450 or the Welcome Center at 360-734-6430
Daily/Seasonal Boat Launch Passes: Can be purchased at the Welcome Center or Community Center.
Vessel Requires to Launch: Vessel/Trailer Registration, Insurance, and 2026 AIS Permits are required prior to launching. Stickers must be displayed on your vessel.
Bring your own PPE (personal protective equipment).
Marina Storage & Waitlist
Wet and dry marina storage spots are available for Sudden Valley residents. Due to high demand, there is a waitlist, which can be viewed below.
To enter the waitlist, please complete the application below. There is a $100 fee for the waitlist. Waitlist & use of Marina Slips, Kayak Racks, and Area-Z Storage Facility is only open to SVCA To get on the waiting list, email: recfrontdesk@suddenvalley.com – (Please include your name and phone number)
AIS Permits
A 2026 AIS permit Is required for all vessels/kayaks/canoes. AIS will be present at the Sudden Valley Marina from 9:00AM – 4:00PM every weekend from Memorial Day until the end of September.
To schedule a boat inspection and obtain a permit, please contact AIS.
- AIS Website: whatcomboatinspections.com
- AIS Phone: (360) 778-7975
Kayak Storage
Kayak and canoe storage is available for residents at six locations. Due to high demand, there is a waitlist.
Locations:
- Gate 1 – Marina, North Point Beach, and Sofield Park
- Gate 2 – AM/PM Beaches and Lake Louise
2026 Marina Fees
| Annual WET MOORAGE (Excludes dry storage) | Member |
| Select Slip | $1,952.00 |
| Premium Slip | $1,769.00 |
| Standard Slip | $1,630.00 |
| Annual WET/DRY Moorage | Member |
| Select Slip | $2,155.00 |
| Premium Slip | $1,971.00 |
| Standard Slip | $1,832.00 |
| Annual DRY Marina Storage | Member |
| Dry Slip | $600.00 |
| OTHER FEES | Member/ Non Member |
| Seasonal Boat Launch Access Card Resident (no moorage) – 1 person/card | $100.00 |
| Seasonal Boat Launch Access Card /Non Resident – 1 person/card | $400.00 |
| Day Use Boat Launch Access Card / Resident | $25.00 |
| Day Use Boat Launch Access Card /Non Resident | $50.00 |
| Annual Kayak/Canoe Storage | $138.00 |
| Wait list fee (one Time) | Member |
| Wet Slip – 50% applied to payment when contract is signed; forfeit 100% if member declines appropriate slip when offered | $100.00 |
| Dry Slip – 50% applied to payment when contract is signed; forfeit 100% if member declines appropriate slip when offered. | $100.00 |
Questions can be directed to our Recreation team recfrontdesk@suddenvalley.com or 360-366-8450.