Town of Bristol, Rhode Island | Official Website COVID-19 Government Departments Commerce Residents Visit Search Harbor The Harbor Department coordinates and administers all activities taking place in the harbors and waterways contingent to the coastal shoreline of the Town of Bristol and within the town’s boundaries. These activities include patrolling of the harbors and waterways, enforcement of federal, state and local laws pertaining to activity on these waters, supervision of all moorings within town boundaries whether private or public, maintenance of all docks, wharfs, piers, marinas, moorings and similar structures owned by the town, maintenance of vessels and vehicles owned by the town to carry out these functions, and collection and management of fees for public use of these facilities. Town Marina & Harbor Reservations Bristol Harbor offers some of the most beautiful sights and attractions in all of northern Rhode Island. Our town docks are only a short walk away from countless historic shops and restaurants right in the heart of Bristol. Reserve today through Dockwa! **If you are coming for a day trip, please write in ETA under special requests Book Now Maritime Welcome Center The harbor staff strives to satisfy visitors in any possible way. The Maritime Center offers a variety of amenities to boaters and the public in the Bristol area including restrooms, showers, washer/dryers, WiFi, vending machines, ice and coffee. Learn More Forecast Get weather information for your trip into Bristol. Hourly Forecast Extended Forecast Wind Statistic Report Harbor Applications Application Permits Fees | $25 Initial Fee & $10 Yearly Wait-list Renewal Fee Dinghy Kayak Permit Application (PDF) DOWNLOAD Dock Permit Application (PDF) DOWNLOAD Mooring Permit Application (PDF) DOWNLOAD Out-Haul Application (PDF) DOWNLOAD Winter Dock Application (PDF) DOWNLOAD Harbor Resources Bristol Transient Mooring Field (pdf) DOWNLOAD Bristol Marina Map (pdf) DOWNLOAD Narragansett Bay Chart (PDF) DOWNLOAD Bristol Storm and Preparedness and Hazardous Mitigation Report (PDF) DOWNLOAD Mooring Inspections 2020 (Word) DOWNLOAD Rhode Island Shoreline Access Points (PDF) DOWNLOAD Bristol Happenings Get our recommendations for must-visit locations and sights in Bristol. Learn More Quick Links Dock and Mooring Waitlist Learn More Municipal Town Ordinances Learn More NOAA Office of Coast Survey Learn More Harbor Management Plan Learn More Church St. Marina Expansion Contact Us Address: 127 Thames Street, Bristol, RI 02809 Summer Maritime Hours of Operation: Monday – Saturday | 8:00AM – 8:00PM Sunday | 8:00AM-8:00PM (Memorial Day through Columbus Day) Winter Maritime Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday | 8:30AM – 4:00PM (Columbus Day through Memorial Day) Building ONLY open for Official Harbor Business & Dock Payments GREGG MARSILI Harbormaster Phone: 401-253-1700 Fax: 401-253-1706 JENNIFER ALVES Administrative Assistant Phone: 401-253-1700 Fax: 401-253-1706 Bristol Town Hall 10 Court Street Bristol, RI 02809 Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Contact Us Town Hall: (401)-253-7000 Police: (401)-253-6900 Fire and Rescue: (401)-253-6912 Public Works: (401)-253-4100 Parks and Recreation: (401)-253-1611 Harbor: (401)-253-1700 Report a Concern Online Staff Directory Directions Home | Site Map | Accessibility | Login Portal | Site Credits © 2021 Town of Bristol, Rhode Island | Official Website To the top ↑ Bristol Town Hall will be closed November 25th and November 26th, 2021, in observance of Thanksgiving. Town Hall will re-open Monday, November 29th, 2021, at 8:00 AM for its normal business hours. Thank you. +