Serving St. Margaret's Bay
for over 20 years
We are a full-service marina with chandlery for all your needs including Beta & Yanmar parts centre and certified Canadian Customs arrival site.
We offer marina and boatyard services in an idyllic rural setting that is within 5 minutes of many services from grocery to highway access. We are 25 minutes from Halifax and 40 minutes to the Halifax International Airport and only 6 km down the Peggy’s Cove Road towards the most famous lighthouse in all the Maritimes.
Plan Your Service with Us
Curious about tide times? Click HERE. Explore our services below, fill out the form and find the perfect fit for your needs. We’ll reach out to confirm your date based on availability.
Saltbox Taproom
Saltbox tap room is now OPEN! Check the calendar below to see the summer concert series lineup! Grab your tickets early & check out the new pub menu!
Questions? 902-593-1575
Summer hours
Mon – Friday – 11:30am-9pm
Saturdays – 10am – 9pm
(live music night open until 11pm)
Sundays – 10am – 7pm
Heading to one of our events? Need a ride home?
Shining Waters Marina and Saltbox Brewing Co. want you to get home safely. Book your ride with one of these transportation companies:
Scotia by the Sea
A cozy restaurant located at Saltbox Marina Taproom, Scotia by the Sea offers delicious dining with a beautiful waterfront view.
Haul & Launch
Shining Waters can accommodate power and sailboats up to 50T and 16’ wide via Travel-lift and up to 30T, 29’ wide, including catamarans with our hydraulic trailers. Our operators are certified for Travel lift and Conolift.
Services
Shining Waters strives to meet all your Boating / Marina needs to an extremely high standard. We offer services such as:
- Haul & launch
- Dockside fuel / water / pump out
- Lifting equipment / forklifts
- Paint / polish / waxing / detailing / ceramic coating
- Fiberglass repairs
- Battery storage & Charging
- Solar / Electrical
- Launch ramp
- Moorings
Shining Waters Marina and Boatyard is pleased to offer Stand-up Paddle Board Rentals and Sales for the season via our BoatStore/ Waterfront Crew.
Weather and Tides
Stay informed about the conditions around Shining Waters and plan your trip accordingly. Check out our live weather cam at the link below.
In Loving Memory of Joel Hodder
Joel had been an integral part of the Shining Waters Marina family ever since he first joined us as a co-op student. From day one, his energy, curiosity, and dedication were impossible to miss. He quickly became a key member of our team, not only for his strong work ethic, but for the heart, kindness, and integrity he brought to everything he did.
He was a deeply committed and thoughtful employee who was truly hitting his stride in the Marine Trades. Joel had been working closely with the NSBA to challenge his exams and become a fully certified Marine Service Technician. Always eager to grow, he stayed up to date on the latest trends in boat maintenance and marine coatings, equipping himself with the knowledge and skills he needed for the job he loved coming to every day.
Joel’s loss is deeply felt by all of us at Shining Waters Marina. He was more than a colleague, he was a friend, a mentor, and a bright light in our workplace and community.
In his honour, the Joel Hodder Marine Trades Bursary will be awarded annually to a student pursuing a career in the marine trades. We will miss him dearly and remember him always.