Bayside Waterfront

Our waterfront is enjoyed by Bayside residents and the general public alike. The main hub of activity is along the water at Ruggles Park and on the Alfred Keith Wharf – known locally as “the dock”.

About Swimming

Swimming is allowed from Ruggles beach and from the ‘swim float’, which is accessible by a connecting ramp on the left side of the dock. During the summer months, a lifeguard is posted on the dock to monitor swimming around the dock and along the beach.  Swimming is permitted from the swim float.  Jumping is permitted from the swim float and from the dock (on the swim float side of the ladder) based on the tide. Swimmers should consult with the lifeguard about specific rules and allowances.

About Fishing

Fishing is generally permitted from the right/south side of the dock and from the dingy dock that is accessible by a connecting walk-way on the right side of the dock. Fishing is never permitted from the swim float. To fish from the wharf or the boat float, please also refer to the Waterfront Ordinance for further information.  

About Boating

Bayside has a Wharfmaster. This role is to serve as the principal in charge of managing certain activities on the Waterfront and in Cradle Park consistent with the instructions and direction of the Board Overseers, Village Agent and law enforcement officers to ensure compliance with the Waterfront Ordinance. 

Contact the Wharfmaster via the NVC office at (207) 338-0751 or [email protected].  

About Boat Mooring

Mooring permits are available at the Northport Town Office.

              Link to Town of Northport Mooring Application

              Link to Town of Northport Harbor Ordinance

For information on mooring location availability, please contact the Northport Harbormaster here.

To obtain mooring equipment and placement of mooring, please contact Bayside Marine at 207-323-4565 or [email protected], or Front Street Shipyard, or another qualified mooring vendor.

Public ramps to launch a boat are available at Belfast Harbor, Lincolnville Beach, Ruggles Park Beach and Saturday Cove.

About Boat Registration

To register a boat, please contact the Town of Northport Motor Vehicle Agent 207-338-3819 or [email protected].  Click the Town of Northport for further boat registration information.

To use or tie up small watercraft on Northport Village public property (i.e. the boat float, Ruggles Park Beach, Bayview Park Beach, etc.), you must obtain a permit from the Northport Village Office. Download the Small Watercraft Registration here.

For information on boat storage in Cradle Park (if available), please contact the Wharfmaster at [email protected].  Also, please refer to the Waterfront Ordinance and the Parking Ordinance.