Visiting & Docking

Visiting the Club

The St. Francis Yacht Club is open for members, guests of members and reciprocal club members.

Located on the shores of San Francisco Bay, StFYC boasts incredible panoramic views that span from the Golden Gate Bridge to Alcatraz Island. Guests should note that the Club is open all days of the week, but observes quiet days on Mondays and Tuesdays, when dining services are not offered and bar service is limited.

  • Getting to the Club

    • The Club's official address is 700 Marina Boulevard, San Francisco, California, 94123. However, it is often recognized by GPS at 99 Yacht Road, San Francisco, CA 94123.

  • Visiting as the Guest of a Member

    • To visit as a guest, you must be accompanied by a member* in good standing who arranges a Guest Card for your visit. All guests must register at the Front Desk immediately upon entering the Club to receive their Guest Card, granting you access to the Club and the ability to make purchases.

      White guest cards entitle guests to privileges at the Club with the understanding that they will pay for anything purchased at the Club on their own credit card. Guests with a white guest card are subject to a 15% guest fee for all purchases made at the Club as well as a 20% service fee on all Food & Beverage purchases.

      Blue guest cards allow guests to charge items to the account of their hosting member.

      Members, to set up a Guest Card, contact the Front Desk at 415-563-6363 or [email protected].

      *Regular, Non-Resident, Regular Non-Resident, Special Associate and Honorary Members can arrange guest cards.

  • Visiting as a Reciprocal Member

    • The St. Francis Yacht Club has reciprocal relationships with yacht clubs on our reciprocal list. We welcome their members to visit our clubhouse located in San Francisco, California

      Letter of Introduction

      If you wish to visit as a reciprocal member, please have your primary yacht club send a letter of introduction on your behalf to [email protected] , confirming you are a member in good standing. Once on the premises, check in with the Front Desk to set up a guest card linked to your own personal credit card; be sure to settle your account before you depart. 

      50-Mile Limitation

      The Club employs a 50-Mile Guest Privilege Limitation Statute, which limits guest privileges only to reciprocal members whose yacht club or residence is located outside of a 50-mile radius from the San Francisco Clubhouse or Tinsley Island. Reciprocal members whose yacht club or place of residence falls within 50 miles of the City Clubhouse or Tinsley Island may be granted reciprocal privileges only if they arrive via boat and register at the City Clubhouse docks.

  • Visiting for a Private Function

    • Any guest visiting the Club for the purpose of attending a private party is welcome to enjoy the room(s) or area where the private event is being held. However, non-member attendees of private parties may not purchase items or dine at the Club unless a sponsoring member has set up a guest card in advance for the purpose.

      We also ask that guests of private event adhere to our dress code and electronics policy.

  • Clubhouse Policies
    • Cell Phones and Other Electronic Devices

      Electronic devices such as smart phones, laptops and tablets are strictly prohibited within the Clubhouse. All devices must be on silent when entering the Clubhouse and kept in a pocket or purse. No devices may be left out on tables or bars. Electronic devices may be used in the patios surrounding the Clubhouse, the Junior Room, the Exercise Room (with headphones) and the Library (to read). Devices are also permitted while in business meetings so long as it is confined to that room. Cell phones may be used as a camera.

      Dress Code in the Grill Room and Trophy Lounge

      Casual attire. Shorts, t-shirts and denim are allowed. Flip flops are allowed before 1800 hours.

      Dress Code in the Main Dining Room

      Jackets are required for gentlemen and comparable dress for ladies.

      Dress Code in the Clippership Lounge

      No shorts, t-shirts, or sports wear. No flip-flops. Denim is allowed.

      Notes on the Dress Code
      • Members are responsible for informing their guests about the Club's dress code and for encouraging their compliance.
      • Dress becomes more formal later in the day. After 6:00pm, gentlemen are strongly encouraged to wear jackets.
      • Never permitted anywhere in the Clubhouse except en route to and in the locker rooms are: tank tops, cut-offs, wetsuits, foul weather gear, dirty work clothing, bathing suits or wet clothing. Shorts are not permitted in the Main Dining Room or Clippserhip.
      • Gentlemen are not permitted to wear hats in the Clubhouse.

      Yachting Attire (requested at various Club events)
      • For yachtsmen: Navy blue jacket, long-sleeved, button-down shirt, Club tie, blazer crest or lapel pin
      • For yachtswomen: Navy blue jacket, long-sleeved, button-down shirt, Club ladies' scarf, blazer crest or lapel pin

      Restricted Use Days

      Guest privileges will be limited on restricted use days, including Opening Day On The Bay, 4th of July, Memorial Day, Big Boat race days, Fleet Weekend, America's Cup. On restricted use days no guest will be admitted without an accompanying member and the number of guests that may accompany each member is limited to four.

      Refusal of Admission

      The Board of Directors reserves the right to refuse admission to the San Francisco Clubhouse to any person.

      Persons Under Eighteen Years Old

      A person under eighteen (18) years old, other than a member, shall be allowed entry to rooms in the Clubhouse only when accompanied by and kept under the close supervision of a responsible adult. The length of time and the places that may be occupied in the Clubhouse by these persons shall be left to the discretion of the House Committee.

      No-Smoking Policy

      The Clubhouse is a "no-smoking" facility. Smoking is permitted outside on the Race Deck, and in the Breezeway between the Grill Room and the Ward Room.

      No Pets

      Pets are not permitted on St. Francis Yacht Club property.


Docks


Coordinates

Latitude 37 degrees, 48 minutes North
Longitude 122 degrees, 24 minutes West

View Live Dock Cam

Dock Master
415-820-3727
[email protected]
VHF: 69

Port Captain Christian Lewis
[email protected]
All Cruise-Ins to StFYC are organized through the Port Captain

StFYC welcomes members, guests, and members of reciprocal yacht clubs to enjoy the Club’s facilities through a relaxing stay on our docks. If you are looking for a quick getaway, a cruise-in from a reciprocal club, a long weekend excursion, or a celebratory dinner at the city clubhouse, StFYC’s docks are your ideal destination.

We operate five docks with roughly 850 feet of available space. We can accommodate boats up to 125 feet LOA. St. Francis Yacht Club is renowned for its active sailing schedule so it is imperative to contact the Docks to secure a reservation before arriving. Please note that without reservations, we cannot guarantee availability.

Dredging Report

Dredging of the West Harbor Marina Basin entrance was completed in late April 2023. SF Marina soundings were provided by SF Recreation & Parks Department as of September 4, 2023. StFYC makes no representation to the accuracy of these soundings.

  • Rates

    • Members: One night of each calendar month shall be free; unused nights may not carry into other months. Free daily dockage is subject to availability. Long-term docking rate may be extended to Members by StFYC management. For additional days, see the rates below. A member is limited to 30 days of tie-ups a year. The days between December 1 and February 28 do not count against the 30-day limit, subject to availability. Additionally, boats shall be removed from the dock one day prior to major club functions including but not limited to: Opening Day, Stag Cruise, Fleet Week, Decorated Boat Parade, Member's Christmas Party and New Year's Eve.

      Dockage Daily Rate
      Through 70 feet $1.00 / foot
      71+ feet $1.50 / foot

      Reciprocal Members: A Reciprocal Member is a member of good standing of a reciprocal yacht club. Reciprocal Members are limited to 10 days of tie-ups during a calendar year. The Yards and Docks Committee, acting through its Chairman, is authorized in appropriate cases to make exceptions to the 10-day rule. All vessel lengths are charged $2.00 per foot per day. St. Francis Yacht Club is not a marina; dockage is not extended to the public.

      Power Charge (same for Members and Reciprocal Members)

      Power Hook Ups Daily price
      30 amp single plug 120v Included
      30 amp double plugs 220v $20
      50 amp single plug 220v $20
      50 amp double plugs 220v $40
      100 amp single plug 220v $40
  • Dock Restriction Dates

    • During the following dates, the Guest Docks will be heavily used by regatta participants. Docking may be unavailable or severely limited.


       
         
      APRIL
      6-7 Spring Fest & Stone Cup
      27 Intraclub
      28 Opening Day
         
      JUNE
      28-30 Woodies Invitational
      AUGUST
      17-18 Phyllis Kleinman Swiftsure Cup 
         
      SEPTEMBER
      9-15 Rolex Big Boat Series
      21 Aldo Alessio
      OCTOBER
      19 Jessica Cup
  • Directions by Water

    • The St. Francis Yacht Club Guest Docks are located at the far west end of the SF Small Craft Harbor Marina. As you approach the entrance to the harbor please pass the wave attenuator to the south. Please note if your draft is greater than 8 feet you will need to plan your arrival in accordance with the tides. Once past the harbor entrance the Guest Docks will be on your starboard side. The Dockmaster’s office monitors VHF 69; please contact us once you have passed the harbor for docking instructions.

  • Upon Arrival and Dock Rules
      • All yachts visiting StFYC must identify themselves by flying their yacht club burgee.
      • After you have secured your boat, present your current yacht club affiliation card to the StFYC Front Desk to receive a StFYC guest card. Then, give your guest card number to the Dockmaster.
      • The Guest Docks are for temporary use with a maximum of 30 days allowed per calendar year for members; 10 days for non-members.
      • Guests are not permitted to operate generators or perform boat maintenance while on StFYC’s docks, unless specific permission has been granted.
      • Please tie up as far in the slips as possible to allow room for other arriving boats.
      • Your stay on our docks is governed by the direction of the Waterfront Director and Port Captain, which must be followed at all times. Financial penalties apply for incorrectly following instructions from the Waterfront Director.
      • Boats will be given warning and shall move from the docks one day prior to major club functions and regattas. Failure to do so may result in a fine.
      • Docking plans must be adhered to at all times unless otherwise permitted.
  • Reciprocal Members

    • StFYC welcomes all reciprocal members to enjoy our Club’s facilities. To view a list of reciprocal clubs, click HERE. Special rates apply; please contact our Dockmaster at [email protected] to arrange your stay with us.

  • Organize a Cruise In

    • Each year, St. Francis Yacht Club welcomes several Bay Area yacht clubs to enjoy a “Cruise-In” to our docks. During a typical cruise-in, visiting yachts dock together on our guest docks and enjoy a meal in the clubhouse. All cruise-ins are organized by our Port Captain Christian Lewis, who can be reached at [email protected].

      GROUP DINING

      It is a requirement that all cruise-ins participate in at least one lunch or dinner at the clubhouse. All dining charges, including beverages, must also be paid by one check at the mealtime. Additional fees may apply. Please contact StFYC’s Food & Beverage Director John Frederick at [email protected] or 415-655-1165 to arrange your dining experience and menu options.

      DEPOSIT

      A deposit of $500.00 is required to secure your cruise-in. This deposit will be applied to guest dock charges, which are $1.00, per foot, per boat, per night. Should you cancel the cruise-in, the deposit is non-refundable. However, the Club will reimburse the difference in actual guest dock charges. Should StFYC need to cancel your cruise-in, your deposit will be refunded in full. Should the guest dock fees exceed $500.00, the difference must be paid by one check prior to departure.

      DOCKING RATES

      Member Rate is $1.00 per foot per night, but Members get 2 nights at no charge.
      Reciprocal Rate is $2.00 per foot per night, with no free nights.
      Power Fee for both Members and non- Members is:

      • 30amp – single plug – included with the slip fee
      • 30amp – double plug - $20.00 per day
      • 50amp – single plug - $20.00 per day
      • 50amp – double plug - $40.00 per day
      • 100amp – single plug - $40.00 per day

      Please note, each guest is required to have a guest card for all charges. Guests cards must be arranged prior to arrival.

      CRUISE-IN REQUEST FORM

      Please complete this form prior to your arrival at StFYC.
      * Denotes Required Field
             
  • Dry Storage

    • Dry storage space is exclusively intended for storage of actively used yachts that are owned and in use by members of StFYC. The yacht must be a campaigning boat, maintained and used quarterly. Priority will be given to yachts that are actively raced under the St. Francis burgee.

      Each space shall be occupied by the assigned yacht on its own trailer. Both yacht and trailer shall be currently licensed and marked with the name of its owner/member. Unregistered boats parked on club property unassigned to a space by the Dockmaster are subject to a fine of $12 per day.

      Laser Rack Storage  Monthly Rate
      Junior Members $30.00 / month
      Members $60.00 / month
      Dry Storage  Monthly Rate
      Full Space $300.00 / month
      Half Space $100.00 / month

      DRY STORAGE RULES

      DRY STORAGE WAITLIST

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