Safe Harbor Dauntless

The Marina is located on the west bank of the CT River just north of marker R-26 in the middle of the Essex mooring field. 35 floating docks, and a 150’ fixed dock (which also serves as the Valvtect fuel dock) can accommodate any boat. Ample electric is available from 30, 50 to 100 amp service. Additionally, the marina has 55 moorings, which are serviced by the marina’s launch. Safe Harbor's Dauntless Marina was originally known as the Essex Paint and Chemical Company in the 1920s — until a fire destroyed the building in 1924. It was rebuilt and continued operation until 1986. The original Chandlery of Essex was constructed in 1924, and operated successfully for decades. It was eventually acquired by the Brewer Yacht Yard group in 2008 before joining the Safe Harbor family of marinas in 2017.