Boat Club Membership Cost Breakdown

Most boat clubs in 2026 fall within this range:

• Initiation: $3,000–$8,000
• Monthly dues: $300–$600
• Fuel: Paid per use

Maintenance, insurance, and training are included.

Compare That to Owning

Owning a $60,000 boat often includes:

• $5K–$8K annual depreciation
• $2K–$4K storage
• $1K–$3K maintenance
• Insurance
• Registration

Ownership frequently exceeds $12,000–$18,000 per year.

Membership replaces volatility with predictability.

Real Member Experience

“We priced out buying a boat and couldn’t believe the ongoing costs. Nautical Boat Club ended up being far more affordable and way less stressful.”
— Michael R., Nautical Boat Club Lake Norman (Google Review)

If you boat 1–4 times per month, membership often delivers better value.

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