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Message From the Village of Winthrop Harbor - North Point Marina
Message From the Village of Winthrop Harbor - North Point Marina
The Village of Winthrop Harbor is pleased to provide an important update to residents, businesses, boaters, and regional partners regarding the operation of North Point Marina and the surrounding state park properties.
It is with great enthusiasm that we announce the 2026 boating season will proceed uninterrupted at Winthrop Harbor’s North Point Marina.
We are proud to welcome a familiar and trusted presence as the new operator. Skipper Bud’s, a longtime and valued Winthrop Harbor business partner, will be overseeing the day-to-day operations of North Point Marina. Their history in the community and commitment to service provides confidence that boaters, visitors, and stakeholders will continue to receive the same high level of experience everyone has come to expect from our marina.
We also wish to extend our sincere appreciation to State Representative Joyce Mason for her advocacy and leadership in helping resolve the uncertainty facing not only our community, but also the many stakeholders, employees, and local businesses that rely on the marina. We likewise appreciate the involvement of State Senator Mary Edly-Allen, IDNR leadership, and the Governor’s Office.
Over the past several weeks there have been frequent communications, coordination calls, and ongoing meetings among the Village, state officials, marina stakeholders, business partners, and operators. The outcome reflects a true collaborative effort. Many individuals worked behind the scenes to move quickly, share information, and find a path forward so the marina could continue operating without disruption.
North Point Marina is more than a destination — it represents a community within the community. The charter captains, service providers, restaurants, hospitality partners, employees, and boaters all form an interconnected network that supports Winthrop Harbor’s identity and local economy. Ensuring a successful season required cooperation, patience, and dedication from everyone involved.
We are delighted to open the doors for the upcoming boating season and once again welcome visitors from across the region to our lakefront. The Village looks forward to a vibrant and successful 2026 season and thanks all partners and residents for their continued support of Winthrop Harbor and North Point Marina.
Why North Point Marina
Why North Point Marina
The 2026 Boating Season Is Almost Here - And It’s Going To Be Better Than Ever
The 2026 Boating Season Is Almost Here - And It’s Going To Be Better Than Ever
North Point Marina is preparing to welcome boaters back to Lake Michigan, and we’re excited to share some great news: everything you love about the marina is returning for the 2026 season — the same incredible boating, the same unforgettable lakefront atmosphere, and the same summer traditions — now with a trusted new operator, SkipperBud’s, a name boaters across the Great Lakes already know and rely on.
You’ll still experience the best of Lake Michigan right here:
You’ll still experience the best of Lake Michigan right here:
Easy access to open water
• Beautiful protected harbor slips
• Sunrise departures and early-morning cruises
• Dockside grilling, relaxing, and gatherings with friends and family
The waterfront lifestyle you’ve come to expect isn’t changing — it’s being strengthened. SkipperBud’s brings decades of Great Lakes boating experience and a reputation for customer service, marina management, and boater support. As a longtime regional partner, they understand the boating community, the needs of slip holders, and the importance of keeping the marina welcoming, organized, and responsive.
What does that mean for you?
What does that mean for you?
It means:
• Reliable dock services and attentive marina staff
• Strong service support for boaters
• Continued amenities and improved responsiveness
• A familiar team that knows the local boating culture
And of course, the experiences that make North Point Marina special remain front and center:
Spend the day cruising the shoreline of Lake Michigan.
Grab food and drinks after a long day on the water.
Watch the sunrise over the lake from your slip.
Launch a weekend trip with friends and family.
Or head out on one of the popular charter fishing expeditions departing directly from the lakefront.
From casual boaters to serious anglers, from first-time visitors to long-time slip holders — this is the place where summer happens.
North Point Marina isn’t starting over.
It’s continuing forward — with the same traditions, the same lake, and an experienced partner committed to making a great marina even better.
The docks open soon. The season is waiting.
We’ll see you on the water in 2026.
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