East Peoria, IL 61611
Phone: (309) 694-3034
Fax: (309) 694-3051
Contact:
John Eakle, harbormaster
Tiffany Drum, manager
One of the only marinas of its class between Chicago and St. Louis, EastPort Marina on the Illinois River is known as a major resting point for boaters!
One of the area's premier marinas, EastPort Marina is located along Illinois Route 116, at mile marker 164.5 on the Illinois River. Rated Four Anchors in the Quimby Cruising Guide, this East Peoria marina is presently lined with 280 slips ranging from 25 to 50 feet in length. Transient boaters are welcome to stop and spend a few days enjoying the marina and its many amenities, as well as the entertainment opportunities in East Peoria and the the Peoria area.
EastPort's Season, Hours and Reservations
Season: April 1-Oct. 31. However, EastPort accepts transient boaters as long as they are able to travel on the river.
Transient boater reservations: Required. Note: Reservations not accepted July 3-7 due to Independence Day; all slips during this time are reserved for drystack customers. However, the north breakwall is available on a first come, first served basis.
Fuel dock hours: Flexible to accommodate boaters as necessary
Marina hours: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. seven days a week; Channel 16 is also monitored.
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EastPort Amenities
- Restroom/shower facilities open 24 hours a day.
- Laundry facilities open 24 hours a day, just a short stroll from the docks.
- Swimming pool and two hot tubs, enclosed by locked gates, with private restrooms and showers.
- Gas, diesel, pumpout and a full service department.
Slip/Dry Storage Packages
Several different slip and dry storage pricing plans are available. These prices range from $250 to $3,900 are are marked according to seasonal or annual storage.
Dry Stack
Large storage building
Launch and retrieval included (for boats no more than 45 feet or 25 tons)
Dry Dock
Boats up to 25 feet on a trailer
Self-launch and retrieval
Jet Port
Floating port
Allows jet skis to be stored out of the water
Economy Slip
Boats up to 25 feet
Limited power and water
Standard Slip
Boats up to 45 feet
Full power and water
Enclosed by locked gate
All EastPort customers have access to the following amenities:
- Restroom/shower facilities open 24 hours a day.
- Laundry facilities open 24 hours a day.
- Swimming pool and two hot tubs, enclosed by locked gates, with private restrooms and showers for a fee of $425 a season.
- Winter storage if available.
The Yacht Club is a more elite slip package ranging in price from $1,875 to $5,100. These prices incude "standard" amenities plus free pool membership, cable TV, free pumpouts, private bath houses and private parking.
Winter Hours
Although the marina is closed in the winter, office hours are maintained to answer inquiries.
Also on the grounds is Sunset Marine, located behind EastPort. Sunset Marine is a full-service department and marine store with certified mechanics on staff.
