Lake Hopatcong

Fall has officially arrived in upstate New Jersey! The busy summer season may be behind us, but there’s still plenty happening in both of the communities Bridge Marina calls home.

It’s not every day that Lake Hopatcong finds itself featured in one of the nation’s most respected boating publications. Recently, Boating Magazine published a feature on the American Wooden Boat

Guest Reviews Earn Bridge Marina Top Tripadvisor Recognition When people search for the best boat rental or boat club on Lake Hopatcong, reviews from real customers and guests matter. That’s

There’s really nothing quite like a sunny, summer day of boating on Lake Hopatcong. New Jersey’s largest lake has drawn boaters and visitors for generations… and once you spend a

For decades, a remarkable collection of antique wooden boats, vintage marine engines, rare boating parts and nostalgic memorabilia quietly grew behind the scenes on Lake Hopatcong. Now, for the first

Want to get boating on New Jersey’s largest lake and soak up the summer sun with friends and family? Joining a boat club on Lake Hopatcong is your ticket to

Key Takeaways: Bridge Marina Named 2025 Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award Winner, Recognized as a Best Marina on Lake Hopatcong: 2025 Award: Bridge Marina received the 2025 Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award,

Lake Hopatcong is more than just a beautiful place – it’s an important natural, recreational, and economic resource. As a long-standing small business on the lake, we know firsthand the

Looking for fun things to do on Lake Hopatcong? Planning your perfect lake day just got easier! Bridge Marina is your go-to spot for setting up an unforgettable outing on

Top 3 Things to Do in Lake Hopatcong in Winter While Lake Hopatcong, NJ, is a well-known summer boating destination, there are plenty of winter activities to explore. From cozy

Looking for the perfect holiday gift for the boater in your life? We’ve rounded up our top 5 picks to make their holiday season unforgettable. From experiences on the water

Enjoy Rewards Member Perks at Our Lake Hopatcong Fuel Dock Are you a regular at our Lake Hopatcong fuel dock? Become a Bridge Marina Rewards member! Our Rewards members enjoy

Why Joining the Bridge Marina Community is a Game-Changer Are you a boating enthusiast looking to connect with fellow boating buffs? At Bridge Marina, we have a large community of

Tips for Boating with a Dog Are you planning to bring your dog boating this summer? Read on for our four tips to ensure you and your furry first mate

Unlock 20% Off American Dream Attractions as a Bridge Marina Member Bridge Marina membership benefits extend beyond the water! We’ve partnered with American Dream in East Rutherford, NJ to offer

How Bridge Marina Chooses New Boats for our Boat Club and Rental Fleet At Bridge Marina, we’re often asked how we decide which new boats to add to our fleet

Christmas in July Food Drive at Bridge Marina Join us on Lake Hopatcong and in Highlands, NJ, for our ‘Stuff the Boat’ food drive! Boaters on Lake Hopatcong and Sandy

3 Annual Events in Lake Hopatcong You Don’t Want to Miss Lake Hopatcong, NJ, is a beautiful destination known for its vibrant community and exciting annual events on and off

3 Reasons Why You Should Get Boating on a Weekday Summer vacation is almost here, and families will soon start hitting the water! There’s nothing quite as exciting for us

Top 5 Lake Hopatcong Waterfront Restaurants Lake Hopatcong is a great lake for family-fun boating with a variety of waterfront restaurants to try! In this post, we’ll give you a

Boating Safety 101: 5 Tips Every Boater Should Know Bridge Marina is dedicated to providing a safe, fun boating experience all season long. In honor of Boating Safety Week, created

Should I Build a Pool or Get into Boating? When it comes to family leisure, both boating and installing a pool offer avenues for relaxation and enjoyment. But which option

Join the Bridge Marina Team This Summer: A Perfect Summer Job for Students! Are you or someone you know looking for a summer job that combines fun in the sun,

Whether you’re a casual weekend cruiser, an on-water entertainer, or an avid angler, the type of boat you buy can greatly impact your experience on the water. Among the many

How Our Boat Dealership Values Your Trade-in How does my boat lose value when I trade it in? And how is my boat’s trade-in value calculated? With the start of

Watch Out for Changing Tides When boating in tidal waters like at the Jersey Shore in Highlands, New Jersey, it’s important to be aware of shallow areas and potential hazards.

Hop aboard this luxurious Starcraft Marine CX 23 DL triple pontoon in this full review and walkthrough. In this video, Ray Fernandez of Bridge Marina reviews the CX 23 DL

New Jersey Boating Announcement: New PFD Law for Boaters This Winter Starting November 1st, a new boating PFD (personal floatation device) law will be put into effect on New Jersey

Are You a Boat Owner Who Doesn’t Want to Be a Boat Owner? Are you looking to escape boat ownership? With the end of the boating season and the beginning

Boating Tip: Practice Backing Up in a Marina If you pull your boat into a marina where there aren’t any dock slips available, or perhaps someone is in your space,

Get Your New Jersey Boating Safety Certificate This October! Did you miss out on boating this past summer? We’ve added New Jersey Boating Safety Certificate courses this October on Lake Hopatcong

The Lake Hopatcong Five-Foot Drawdown Has Begun – Now’s the Time to Set Up Your Winterization Service As of today, Friday September 22, 2023, Lake Hopatcong’s water level will be

Boating How-To: Pulling the Boat Away from the Dock Pulling away from a dock is a bit of a complicated maneuver, and there are several ways to go about it.

How to Prevent Overshooting the Dock Slip While docking the boat, every turn should be deliberate. By being decisive in their steering, boaters can prevent overshooting the slip when docking

What You Need to Know About Lake Hopatcong’s Five-Foot Drawdown Greetings, Lake Hopatcong boaters! We want to remind you that the Lake Hopatcong five-foot drawdown is approaching, and we are

Bridge Marina Boating Tip: Dock and Dine Etiquette Pulling up to a popular restaurant on the water, docking your boat, and then enjoying a fantastic meal with a breathtaking view

Reserve Your Spot for Our Winterization Service! Summer may be in full swing, but it is never too early to start planning for the off-season. Winterizing your boat is a

Boat Docking Tutorial from Bridge Marina: How to Back Your Boat into a Dock Slip Trouble backing your boat into a dock slip? Backing your boat into a slip can

Bridge Marina Boating Tip: Organizing Your Boat’s Dock Lines Docking is made easier with organized dock lines! If docking wasn’t stressful enough at times, imagine your dock lines being a

Christmas in July Celebration at Bridge Marina Christmas in July Celebration at Bridge Marina: July 22-23, 2023 Food Pantry Drive, Giveaways, and more at Bridge Marina all weekend long! Celebrate

We Look Forward to Seeing You for the Lake Hopatcong Yacht Club Fireworks Tonight’s the night! We all look forward to the Lake Hopatcong Yacht Club’s annual Fourth of July

Bridge Marina Docking Tip for Beginners: Backing Your Boat Out of the Slip When backing your boat out of a slip, keep it slow, and remember to steer, then gear. In

How Does Hydraulic Steering Work on a Boat? All boats don’t steer the same. There are a few different types of steering systems on boats, but most have Hydraulic Steering.

Why Kids Love Boating with Bridge Marina on Their Summer Vacation Summer vacation is almost here! After a long school year of homework, tests, and studying, kids need to let

We Offer Lake Mohawk-Approved Boats for Sale What size boat can you use on Lake Mohawk? What are the Lake Mohawk boat requirements? We encourage boaters to contact Lake Mohawk

Check Out Our Live Webcam – Now on Social! Calling all Webcam viewers! Our Lake Hopatcong Webcam is now up on our Facebook page. Whether you’re looking to check the

What To Do If Your Boat Gets Stuck at a Sandbar If your boat gets stuck at a sandbar, it’s going to take a little elbow grease to get it

Going to Plane: Do’s and Don’ts Get familiar with how trim, water-depth, and speed can affect a boat’s transition to plane. In this video, Ray Fernandez of Bridge Marina explains

Pontoon Boat Buying Tip: How Triple Pontoons Handle in Rougher Waters At Bridge Marina, we love our triple pontoon boats from Starcraft Marine for so many reasons! In our experience,

Bridge Marina Highlights the Colorful Past (and Present) of Lake Hopatcong Bridge Marina has been honored to host an “Artist in Residence” per se earlier this summer.  Esteemed artist Jim

Bridge Marina Wins 2022 Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award Bridge Marina today announced it has been recognized by Tripadvisor as a 2022 Travelers’ Choice award winner for Things to Do on

Summer 2022 events around Lake Hopatcong and Highlands, NJ: Fireworks, Tastings, Open Houses From Open Houses at Bridge Marina in both Highlands and Lake Hopatcong to the annual Fireworks display

What to Do and See While Boating on Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey: Your Guide As a cornerstone on Lake Hopatcong, we’ve had the pleasure of welcoming thousands of visitors to

So What’s the Boating Club Really Like? At Bridge Marina, we’ve run a successful Boat Club on Lake Hopatcong for over 15 years, and have had the pleasure of operating

How much does owning a boat really cost? Trying to navigate the true costs (and commitments) of owning a boat can be tough to figure out, especially for newer boaters.

Boating Safety Suggestions to Keep our Boating Community Safe and Healthy Keeping our service guests and members updated on our efforts to safely prepare for the upcoming boating season; our

Five of the Best Things to do on Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey This Summer As New Jersey’s largest lake, Lake Hopatcong has been welcoming summer guests for over a century.