Way before Crockett and Tubbs sailed onto the scene, Miami was the place to be for cruisers, speedsters and yachters of all types. From South Beach, Biscayne Bay and Coconut Grove to Coral Gables, Little Havana and the arts district, docks in Miami offer access to quiet coves, waterfront restaurants and glamorous nightlife.

You can’t beat a Miami dock rental for easy access to snorkeling, diving, sport fishing and sightseeing along the Atlantic coast. Check out Bill Boggs Cape Florida State Park, Biscayne National Park or the many mangroves and coves along the way. Read on for our picks for the top five docks for rent in Miami.

Belle Meade Island Express Cruiser Dockage

Hosted by Jim, this boat dock space for rent is located just south of the 79^th street causeway on Biscayne Bay’s Belle Meade Island. It offers 40 feet of dock space and a wide canal, making it the perfect spot for that 30-foot flybridge, cabin cruiser or compact trawler.

Benefits include 24-hour accessibility, on-site security, Wi-Fi and great access to Miami Beach, the ICW and the Atlantic through Haulover. There’s a new power pedestal for 30, 50 or 100-amp power as well as a 120-volt outlet, pilings and cleats. Waterfront restaurants, bars and retail businesses nearby. Boat maintenance is permitted, but liveaboards are not.

Normandy Isles Boat Lift for Rent

For those looking for a long-term boat lift rental, this Normandy Isles Boat Lift for Rent is the perfect choice. Hosted by Jill, it’s located in the Normandy Isles neighborhood, which is easily accessible from A1A. It’s designed for a boat up to 45 feet with a maximum beam of 12 feet. The lift is located at the end of a catwalk and has a weight capacity of 20,000 Lbs.

This Miami boat lift rental offers 30-amp power, 24-hour accessibility and a lockable cabana for gear and accessory storage. You can even perform maintenance if needed. Sorry, no liveaboards are allowed. The residential neighborhood is near the areas of North Beach, Atlantic Heights and the waterfront restaurants of North Bay Village. For storage safety, maintenance and quick access to Biscayne Bay, you can’t go wrong with this boat lift.  

Easy Peasy

Located in North Biscayne Bay, this Miami dock for rent is located in a private and protected residential area with access into the Atlantic through Haulover Inlet. It offers 94 feet of available dock space for rent, as well as a 120-volt outlet, cleats and pilings for a motor yacht, cabin cruiser or sport fishing boat. The host, Diana, would be willing to install 30 or 50-amp power for long term boat dock renters. 

This private dock for rent makes the perfect anchorage for Atlantic deep-sea fishing trips or cruising in Biscayne Bay. Nearby bridges include a 65-foot fixed bridge on Route 826 and a 32-foot fixed bridge at Haulover. Maintenance and liveaboards are not permitted. 

Wide Canal Corner Dock in Eastern Shores

We really like the deep-water location of this private dock for rent. Hosted by Kathy, it’s located on a corner lot in the Eastern Shores neighborhood of North Miami Beach. It’s easily accessible via A1A or Route 826 and is near Oleta River State Park just off of Biscayne Bay. Haulover Inlet and waterfront restaurants, shops and beaches are nearby. 

The 80-foot Miami dock for rent sits behind a 90-foot wide canal and offers 100, 50 and 30-amp power.  There’s a 65-foot bridge nearby, so it’s a great location for a large motor yacht or sport fishing boat. While the host prefers no liveaboards, short-term liveaboards are okay if needed.

Eastern Shores 80 Foot Dock

For those looking for convenient access to Maule Lake, Biscayne Bay, the ICW or the Atlantic, you can’t beat this dock rental. Hosted by Veronica, it’s in the gated community of Miami’s Eastern Shores. It’s accessible by car from A1A or Route 826. The 80-foot dock offers 30-amp and 50-amp power as well as cleats and pilings. The best thing about this dock rental is the very deep water, which is perfect for high draft boats.

It’s located south of the 65-foot clearance bridge at William Lehman Causeway. The nearby Haulover Inlet has a 32-foot bridge clearance. The residential neighborhood has on-site security, parking and nearby restaurants and retail. Boat maintenance and liveaboards are not permitted.