Your Carefree Membership is The Key to The Boating Life
6 Locations across the Potomac River & Upper Chesapeake Bay
Washington DC
The Wharf Marina
Maine Avenue SW
Washington, DC 20024
Annapolis, MD
Oak Grove Marina
2820 Solomons Island Rd
Edgewater, MD 21037
Annapolis, MD
Marina at Nautilus Point
710 Americana Dr
Annapolis, MD 21403
National Harbor, MD
National Harbor Marina
168 National Plaza,
Oxon Hill, MD 20745
Occoquan, VA
Madigan's Waterfront
201 Mill Street
Occoquan, VA 22125
Woodbridge, VA
Hampton's Landing Marina
16205 Neabsco Rd
Woodbridge, VA 22191
Welcome to Carefree Boat Club of Potomac Upper Chesapeake Bay, where we make the boating life fun and easy! Owning a boat is a lot of work and costs add up quickly. At Carefree Boat Club, you get all the benefits of boating without the hassle. Our affordable membership options connect you with the boats you want and get you out on the water with family and friends sightseeing, swimming, wakeboarding, fishing, and more while we handle the logistics and maintenance.
Don’t spend another summer dreaming about cruising the beautiful, and welcoming waters of the Potomac River and Upper Chesapeake Bay at 5 locations. At Carefree Boat Club, we have options to fit most budgets and members get access to club boats at over 115 locations across North America! Give us a call with questions or schedule a tour and take a step closer to a summer of fun on the water you’ll never forget!
SAVE MONEY
Membership is as little as 1/3 the cost of owning a boat. No boat financing hassles; no-slip fees or insurance; no maintenance, repairs, and taxes; no towing, cleaning, and winterizing. Just 100% carefree fun out on the water!
UNLIMITED ACCESS
Use our boats as often as you like at no additional cost. Our online reservation system allows you to pick the day, time, boat, and location easily.
EXPLORE WATERS AROUND NORTH AMERICA
Want to explore waters beyond the Potomac Tiver & Upper Chesapeake Bay? Members have access to boats at no additional charge at all US and Canada Carefree Boat Club locations.
ON THE WATER INSTRUCTION
Instructors at each location provide boat safety training and handling skills so our members can comfortably and safely enjoy our boats for all activities.
How the Carefree Boat Club Works
Members can reserve boats in advance or take advantage of boats on a whim when available. Your boat will be clean, maintained, and waiting for you at whichever marina you chose, leaving nothing for you to do but hop in and hit the water. New to boating? We provide excellent customer service, operation instruction, and boat safety training.
Try Different Boats
Choose your own adventure on a different boat each time out! Carefree Boat Club of Ptotmac Upper Chesapeake Bay has one of the LARGEST fleets in the Carefree Boat Club Network.
Great Availability
With low member-to-boat ratios, two marina locations, an easy-to-use online reservation system, and spur of the moment walk-on access, we have boats available throughout the summer.
Our Fleet
Carefree Boat Club of Potomac Upper Chesapeake Bay gives you the opportunity to try different all types of boats and boating activities across 5 home locations, from cruising and water skiing to fishing and swimming. When you’re done for the day, just motor back, hand us the keys, and you’ll be on your way.
Choose your own adventure on a different boat each time out!
OVER 50 BOATS IN OUR FLEET!
ONE OF THE LARGEST IN THE CAREFREE BOAT CLUB NETWORK
Your Carefree Experience...
- Unlimited Use (All Day, Any Day, Every Day!)
- Great Availability
- Boats Are Fueled, Cleaned and Ready To Go Anytime
- Full Dock Staff Ready to Assist You
- Boat Year Round, Anywhere In the U.S.
- Luxury And Specialty Boats Range In Size From 22ft – 25ft
- Exclusive Member Only Yacht Club Pool Area And Facilities
- Easy Booking: Online Or Phone
- Boat “Spur of the Moment”
- Before, After Hours, And Overnight Usage
- Access to All 140+ locations and hundreds of boats
We Take Care Of The...
- Insurance
- Taxes
- Towing
- Trailering
- Maintenance
- Cleaning
- Detailing
- Training
- Storage
- Winterization
- Trailer
- Dock Fees
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is A Boat Club?
Carefree Boat Club is a private club. This means that our boats are only available to Members. We do not rent or charter our boats. Our members are the only ones with unlimited access to the fleet and they never pay a fee to use the boats.
Is It Truly "Unlimited?"
Yes! Members have true unlimited access to boats. Boat as much as you like.
Is It Worth The Price?
It really is. With membership as little as 1/3 cost of owning a boat, you can cross numerous expenses off your list such as: boat purchase, slip fee, insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, towing and winterization.
How Does The Training Work?
All members get as much training as they need on and off the water. "On The Water" training is done with a certified instructor. Training covers CBC processes, general navigation, docking and safety.
How Soon Can I Get On The Water?
After joining, new members (without boating experience) can normally be boating within days of joining. If you have previous boat training, you can be on the water even sooner.
Are The Boats Well-Maintained?
Absolutely, in fact, all boats are inspected weekly by the CBC dock staff using a 50 point checklist of safety equipment, hull condition, electronics, and general mechanical items.
"Fall In Love With The Premier Boating Lifestyle"
"I joined Carefree a little over a year ago. My experience has been nothing short of excellent. I have enjoyed boating for years but was never the captain. When some life circumstances changed, I thought I would have to give up this relaxing pleasure. I was not ready to do that, so boating without owning was the perfect solution for me. The Carefree Boat Club instructors were patient and made sure that I was completely comfortable before going out on my own. The price is reasonable, and the extras that come membership are great!"
"This is our 3rd year at the Carefree Boat Club and we continue to thoroughly enjoy the experience. The concept works well for us, just make a reservation on-line and show up at the dock. The boats are new or nearly new, are always clean and ready to go. The staff are terrific people, they run the club like family. Always friendly, courteous, and accommodating to most any situation. They encourage you to get out there, help make it happen, and make the club experience very enjoyable."
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With a Carefree Boat Club membership you get:
Affordability
With membership as little as 1/3 cost of owning a boat, you can cross these expenses off your list: boat purchase, slip fee, insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, towing and winterization.
Unlimited Usage
Use the boats as often as you would like with no additional cost.
Our online reservation system allows you to pick the day, time, boat and Carefree location...easily.
Large Variety of Boats
Varieties include 18'-27' Cruiser, Deck, Bowrider, Pontoon, Fishing, Ski and Sail Boats & more! Members have options in both type of boat and type of activity!
Great Availability
With low member to boat ratios, an easy to use online reservation system & spur of the moment walk-on access members can enjoy boating how they like when they like.
Location Options
Members have access to all US and Canada locations. Experience the member benefit of Reciprocity at any of our clubs, from sea to shining sea!
On The Water Instruction
Instructors at each location provide Boat Safety training and handling skills so our members can comfortably and safely enjoy the great variety of boats for all activities.