465 E Harborside Rd
Oriental, NC 28571
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103 Reviews
by Bob F. - Verified user on Aug 04, 2026
Great marina, beautiful grounds and great dock hands. Definitelybe back
Marina Response:
Thank you, Bob! We're so glad you enjoyed the grounds and that our dock hands took great care of you. We can't wait to welcome you back to River Dunes!by Jody M. - Verified user on Jul 27, 2026
Love River Dunes. Great amenities restaurants are excellent. Everyone is friendly and helpful.
Marina Response:
Thank you so much for taking the time to share this, Jody! We're thrilled you enjoyed River Dunes, and it means a lot to hear the amenities, restaurants and our team stood out to you. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!by Bill M. - Verified user on Jun 16, 2026
Great location beautiful marina and the resort is excellent. Friendly staff, great pool and bar, excellent restaurant. You will absolutely love it here!
Marina Response:
Thank you so much, Bill! We're delighted you enjoyed everything River Dunes has to offer — from the pool and bar to our restaurant and, of course, our friendly staff. We can't wait to welcome you back soon!by Anne R. - Verified user on Jun 05, 2026
Beautiful Marina . Terrific docks and facilities
Marina Response:
Thank you, Anne! We're so glad you enjoyed our docks and facilities. We hope to welcome you back to River Dunes soon!by Jamie H. - Verified user on Jun 01, 2026
Absolutely beautiful Marina! There is not much within walking distance, but everything you need is right there. Very clean and immaculate grounds and facilities. Nice pool with pool bar and food, also a restaurant and small provisioning store on site. Perfect place for a stop over. Get there early enough to enjoy the facilities!
Marina Response:
Thank you so much, Jamie! We're thrilled you enjoyed the grounds, pool, and dining options during your stay. And great tip about arriving early to make the most of the facilities! We hope to see you back on our docks at River Dunes soon!by Walterj.vaughan - Verified user on May 30, 2026
Very nice facility...pickleball courts were a plus for me.
by Andrew F. - Verified user on May 25, 2026
Great stay. Duncan helped us into great spot. The cafe restaurant and people were fantastic. Be advised there are clear large day markers to channel not on aquamaps or garmin. They make it easy. Thanks for great stay.
by Joe T. - Verified user on May 20, 2026
Stayed the night. It was fine.
by Karen U. - Verified user on May 19, 2026
Dock master was very accommodating!
by John P. - Verified user on May 03, 2026
The primary reason for lowering my reveiw was that the pool and hot tub were closed(one of the reasons I like to stop). Everything else was top notch!
by Linda P. - Verified user on Apr 29, 2026
Very peaceful. Dock hands were professional. A bit surprised that the Yawl's Cafe is not open at all on Tuesdays or Wednesdays.
by David A. - Verified user on Apr 21, 2026
A beautiful harbor, marina and property. Mark and Josh are exceptional dock masters.
Marina Response:
David, Thank you for the kind words. We hope you come back and visit again !by Matt S. - Verified user on Apr 17, 2026
Friendly staff, docks are in great condition, everything was clean and nice...would definitely dock there again!
by Timothy D. - Verified user on Apr 17, 2026
Please is gorgeous! And pristine. Would 1000% recommend
by Mark B. - Verified user on Apr 14, 2026
Loved it, only problem is we couldn't stay there longer to enjoy it more! If you stay there, make sure and stay a few days to enjoy all they have to offer. Dock Master Mark was so friendly and welcoming.
Marina Response:
Thank you Mark for the kind words; you all have a safe trip and please come back and visit us.
Markby Virginia O. - Verified user on Mar 31, 2026
What a beautiful marina and facilities. Hot tubs, pool, showers like a spa and clean laundry facilities. Cafe food was great too! Dock staff amazing and very helpful. Would stay there again.
by Rustin C. - Verified user on Jan 11, 2026
Five Stars. This place is first class. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DTVLox_jmv4/?igsh=MXV1Z2E3eW9jMHF6ZA==
by John B. - Verified user on Jan 08, 2026
The marina closes at 5 pm this time of the year. I called and spoke with MJ because we were going to be close on our arrival time. She was so nice and waited for us. She was a delight to work with. The amenities are outstanding and the staff were polite and attentive. We will definitely return!!
by Bill C. - Verified user on Dec 18, 2025
Excellent facilities, great dock staff, and very well protected. Highly recommend.
by Max M. - Verified user on Dec 15, 2025
A first rate and professionally run Marina. The day manager talked us in and met us on the dock. He knew weather was coming and had us positioned on the excellent floating dock in the best possible position. We extended our stay an extra day due to weather. We are officially off season and this was a welcome break from the cold, wind and weather. We will be back. This Marina rates as one of our favorites. The “cut” is straight and deep. Follow the markers and you will have no issues.
by Uri W. - Verified user on Dec 01, 2025
Beautiful marina with amazing facilities and very nice and helpful staff! Probably one of the best marinas around if not the best!
by Michael S. - Verified user on Nov 27, 2025
Staff was very professional. Property was beautiful. Just sorry the restaurant was closed for the holiday.
by Jeffrey T. - Verified user on Nov 13, 2025
Beautiful place, very nice dock, fine facilities, baths nice, clean, even a steamer and sauna. Restaurant well run and very good food. I had a great burger and wife had fine Grouper. Will stop here again.
by Christian P. - Verified user on Nov 09, 2025
Beautiful marina, manicured grounds, fantastic dinner. Marina staff were friendly and knowledgeable. Will stay longer on our way north next time!
by Mark G. - Verified user on Nov 08, 2025
Stopped in for a night headed south. Marina staff was very helpful and the facilities and clubhouse are outstanding. Met some friendly locals at the clubhouse Friday night happy hour and dinner was excellent.
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- $.10 Off per Gallon of Fuel
- 5% Off Ship's Store (excluding electronics, alcohol, and sale items)
About River Dunes Marina
Welcome to River Dunes
A protected, deep water marina on the Intracoastal Waterway at MM 173, offering year round boating with floating docks, private steam showers, and transient dockage for visiting boaters.
River Dunes is a boating community just north of Oriental, NC, known for its natural beauty and outstanding onshore amenities. At its heart is the River Dunes Harbor Club, a boating and social club overlooking scenic Grace Harbor. Our protected entrance channel leads into Broad Creek, a natural deep water creek just off the ICW and Neuse River, making River Dunes a true must see destination for cruisers on the Intracoastal Waterway.
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