Empire Marina Bobbin Head

About Empire Marina Bobbin Head

Empire Marina Bobbin Head is a full-service boating base tucked into the bushland of Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. It offers 200 deep-water berths from approximately 8 to 30 metres plus 10 swing moorings, all within a sheltered Cowan Creek setting. What stands out to us is how complete the experience feels: owners can berth, refuel, maintain the boat, eat well and begin a Hawkesbury adventure without giving up the tranquillity of a national-park inlet.

Modern berths provide power, water and Wi-Fi, supported by wide fairways, secure parking, overnight staffed security and cameras. Backup power supports berth supply during outages under the marina's current setup. A tender service connects swing-mooring customers, while reciprocal berthing benefits are available through the ECLAT CLUB network under its rules. Fuel, ice and gas are offered seven days, and pump-out facilities add practical environmental support.

The hardstand and 50-tonne travel lift underpin a serious maintenance operation. Onsite trades include marine mechanics, shipwrights, electricians, trimmers, painters and detailers, with antifouling and routine servicing central to the offer. Written approval and vessel assessment remain essential because lift suitability depends on beam, weight, hull form and lifting points as well as nominal capacity. The ability to coordinate several trades in one location is a major advantage for complex work.

A licensed bistro, coffee, boat sales and a private function space make time ashore enjoyable rather than purely operational. Cowan Creek provides sheltered cruising, fishing, paddling and quiet anchorages, with routes towards Pittwater, Broken Bay and the wider Hawkesbury system for suitably prepared vessels. National-park surroundings also mean owners should respect environmental rules, provision thoughtfully and expect road access to feel more secluded than an urban marina.

Our take is that Bobbin Head is one of Sydney's strongest all-round marinas for owners who want both professional support and a beautiful home base. Its berth scale, security, fuel and yard capability are substantial, yet the atmosphere remains peaceful. Confirm berth fit, travel-lift geometry, mooring tender arrangements and yard scope before arrival. With those details organised, Empire Marina offers a remarkably rounded boating lifestyle in an exceptional natural setting close to Sydney.

Services

Empire Marina Bobbin Head provides 200 deep-water berths from approximately 8 to 30 metres and 10 swing moorings. Berths offer power, water and Wi-Fi, with wide fairways, secure parking, overnight staffed security and cameras. Tender service supports mooring users, while fuel, ice and gas are available seven days. Pump-out facilities and reciprocal berthing through the ECLAT CLUB network add value under current conditions.

The full hardstand uses a 50-tonne travel lift and supports antifouling, repairs and maintenance. Onsite mechanics, shipwrights, marine electricians, trimmers, painters and detailers allow owners to coordinate routine work or larger projects. Boat sales, licensed dining, coffee and a function room broaden the shore-side offer.

Provide length, beam, draft, displacement, lifting points and power requirements when enquiring. Obtain a written yard scope covering lift, hardstand, labour, materials and contractors. Mooring customers should confirm tender timing. Reserve dining or guest parking during busy periods, and review Cowan Creek depth, national-park rules, weather and fuel needs before departing into the Hawkesbury or Broken Bay system. Confirm waste disposal and emergency procedures during induction.

Ideal for

Sydney yacht and motorboat owners wanting secure deep-water berthing, fuel, pump-out and a 50-tonne full-service yard within a peaceful national-park cruising environment.

What we love

• Two hundred deep-water berths plus 10 swing moorings.
• A sheltered Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park location.
• A 50-tonne travel lift and extensive onsite marine trades.
• Seven-day fuel, ice and gas with pump-out available.
• Dining, coffee, boat sales and secure parking within the precinct.

To keep in mind

Travel-lift acceptance depends on vessel geometry as well as weight. Confirm mooring tender service and yard scope in advance. The national-park location rewards thoughtful provisioning, environmental care and conservative Cowan Creek navigation.