Our Heritage

A Legacy Forged in Saltwater & Dedication

Three decades of craftsmanship, genuine hospitality, and lifelong connections to the Chesapeake Bay.

Blue Heron Marina heritage

Since 1987

Treat every vessel like our own

Founded in 1987 by the Harrison family, Blue Heron Marina & Boatworks began with a single dock, a small service shed, and a simple philosophy: treat every vessel as if it were our own, and every boater like family.

Over three decades later, we've grown into the Chesapeake's premier full-service marine destination. Our facilities have expanded to include a state-of-the-art dry stack, a sprawling showroom, and twelve acres of waterfront — but our commitment to uncompromising craftsmanship and genuine hospitality remains unchanged.

We don't just sell boats. We build the kind of relationships that keep families coming back to the water, season after season, generation after generation.

1987
Year Established
250+
Wet Slips
15+
Certified Techs
12
Acres on the Bay

On-site

Everything a boater needs

Fuel dock & pump-out
Ship's store & parts counter
Bathhouse & laundry
Waterfront picnic grounds
Free member Wi-Fi
On-site brokerage office
Pet-friendly docks
Ample trailer parking

Our members

Neighbors we've kept on the water

Purchasing our first cruiser through Blue Heron was an exercise in pure professionalism. No pressure, just incredible knowledge and a genuine desire to match us with the perfect vessel. Their post-sale service has been equally flawless.
Robert C.
Robert C.Sea Ray Owner · Slip Customer
The service department here is unmatched on the Bay. I had a complex rigging issue that two other yards couldn't fix. The master tech at Blue Heron diagnosed it in an hour and had me back on the water by the weekend.
Sarah & Tom M.
Sarah & Tom M.Tournament Anglers
We've kept our boat in their dry-stack facility for three seasons now. The launch app is incredibly convenient, the staff is always courteous, and the facilities are immaculate. It truly feels like a private club.
Dr. James L.
Dr. James L.Dry-Stack Member

Come See Us on the Bay

Stop by the marina in Annapolis, or reach out and our team will help you plan your next season on the water.