Zeke’s Marina in Orange Beach: Boat Storage, Fishing Charters, Fuel, Dock Store & Gulf Access

When I think about Orange Beach boating culture, Zeke’s Landing Marina immediately comes to mind. Located on Cotton Bayou at 26619 Perdido Beach Boulevard, Zeke’s is one of those places where the Gulf Coast lifestyle feels active, salty, practical, and wonderfully alive — charter captains leaving early, dry-stack boats splashing for the day, visitors walking to the dock store for bait and ice, and boaters watching the sky change color over the marina.

Zeke’s is especially appealing because it combines several boater-friendly services in one place: dry storage, fuel, bait, dock store, fishing charters, a restaurant, event space, and a quick run toward Perdido Pass and the Gulf. Zeke’s official site describes the marina as being a 10-minute boat ride from the Gulf of Mexico, and Gulf Shores & Orange Beach tourism also notes its location on Cotton Bayou with complete marine facilities including dry storage, fuel, dock and bait shop, restaurant, fishing charters, and cruises. 

For boaters who want convenience, fishing access, dry storage, fuel, and an easy Orange Beach rhythm, Zeke’s is one of the most practical marina hubs on the island.

Dry Storage at Zeke’s Marina

One of the first questions I hear from boaters is whether Zeke’s offers dry storage — and yes, it does. Zeke’s describes its dry storage facility as fully enclosed, with a dry storage building rated to withstand 160 mph winds, outdoor boat storage racks, unlimited splashes, a Wiggins 20k capacity forklift, 24/7 professional security with video coverage, freshwater engine flushing, and power washing. Zeke’s currently publishes inside dry storage limits of 34 feet in length and 10.5 feet in width, with pricing starting at $16.50 per foot, overall length. The marina also notes it is not currently accepting pontoon boats for dry storage and asks boaters to email boat type, length, and contact information for availability or waitlist information.

For center consoles, bay boats, offshore fishing boats, and certain walkarounds, this can be a very attractive setup — especially for owners who want to avoid trailering, reduce sun exposure, and keep boating simpler. As I often tell clients, simplicity is the ultimate luxury, and on the coast, that can mean having your boat stored where it can be splashed, fueled, iced, and ready for the water.

Does Zeke’s Have Wet Slips?

Zeke’s is best known publicly for its dry storage, charter fleet, dock store, fuel, and restaurant. Third-party marina directories reference wet slips at Zeke’s, though numbers vary by source: one directory lists 57 slips and 215 dry storage spaces, while another older directory references a six-acre complex with 50 wet slips and a 250-boat dry stack facility. Because slip count, transient availability, and long-term dockage can change, I would treat those figures as useful orientation — not a final booking number — and confirm directly with the marina office before planning around wet-slip availability. 

My practical advice: before calling Zeke’s, have your boat’s LOA, beam, draft, power needs, and intended use ready. A 32’ center console, a 34’ offshore boat, and a larger sportfishing vessel all create different storage and dockage conversations.

Fuel, Dock Store, Bait & Ice

Zeke’s has the kind of dock store boaters actually use. Their contact page describes the on-site store as offering fuel, bait, ice, and much more, and the Zeke’s about page notes snacks, drinks, beer, sunscreen, fuel, bait, ice, apparel, hats, and towels. For anyone leaving early for offshore fishing, that convenience matters. 

“A marina is not just about where the boat sleeps. It is about how easy the morning feels when the rods are rigged, the bait is ready, the ice is loaded, and the Gulf is calling.”

Zeke’s Restaurant & The Port at Zeke’s

Zeke’s also has on-site dining. Zeke’s official contact page lists Zeke’s Restaurant hours as Monday–Sunday, 11:00 AM–10:00 PM, with restaurant phone 251-280-8008. The marina also references The Port at Zeke’s as part of the overall property experience. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

This is one reason Zeke’s has such strong lifestyle appeal. You can fish, fuel, store the boat, meet friends for dinner, and enjoy that classic Orange Beach waterfront energy without overcomplicating the day.

Fishing Charters at Zeke’s Marina

Zeke’s is a major fishing charter hub. Their official site states they offer the largest charter fishing fleet on the island, with over 50 boats, including offshore private charters, inshore private charters, shared-expense deep sea fishing, Zeke’s Lady party boat trips, dolphin cruises, sunset cruises, and other water activities. 

For buyers comparing Orange Beach waterfront homes, condos, or boating-friendly properties, this matters because Zeke’s gives owners and guests access to experienced captains without needing to own every piece of the offshore lifestyle themselves. Whether someone wants to fish from a private Viking, Hatteras, Freeman, Invincible, or Yellowfin — or simply book a charter and learn the waters — Zeke’s is part of the working rhythm of Orange Beach fishing.

Helpful related resources on my site:

• Boating Accommodations on the Gulf Coast
• Boater’s Guide to Orange Beach Marinas
• Orange Beach Marina Slip Rates & Dockage Fees
• Ono Island Navigation & Boating Atlas

How Far Is Zeke’s from Perdido Pass and the Gulf?

Zeke’s publishes that it is a 10-minute boat ride from the Gulf of Mexico, and its dry storage page also describes it as a short 10-minute ride to the pass. The Perdido Chamber listing notes Zeke’s is located about 1 mile west of the Perdido Pass bridge on Cotton Bayou. 

That proximity is one of Zeke’s biggest strengths. For anglers, the difference between being tucked deep inland and being near the pass can affect fuel planning, timing, comfort, and how often the boat actually gets used.

Water Depths & Draft Considerations

I did not find an official Zeke’s-published depth chart or guaranteed marina depth during my research. One marina directory lists a dockage depth of approximately 7 feet, but I would verify current depths, shoaling conditions, and approach details directly with the marina before relying on that figure — especially for deeper-draft vessels, larger sportfish boats, or unfamiliar operators. 

For any marina on the Gulf Coast, I like to think in terms of real-life navigation, not just published numbers: tide, wind, current, traffic, turning room, and operator comfort all matter.

What Pricing Is Publicly Available?

The clearest current public pricing I found from Zeke’s is for dry storage: pricing starts at $16.50 per foot, overall length. Charter pricing is also published on Zeke’s booking pages and varies by trip type, boat, duration, and passenger count; examples shown on the site include shared-expense deep sea fishing, Zeke’s Lady party boat fishing, Tiki Queen cruises, sunset cruises, dolphin cruises, jet ski rentals, and private charter options. 

I did not find current official published wet-slip pricing for Zeke’s. For slip rates, transient dockage, monthly arrangements, annual options, fuel pricing, and storage waitlist status, I would call Zeke’s directly.

My Perspective as Meredith Folger

For me, Zeke’s is not just a marina — it is part of the living, breathing boating culture of Orange Beach. It is practical. It is accessible. It is connected to fishing, food, fuel, storage, and the Gulf.

When I work with buyers comparing waterfront homes, condos, boat slips, dry storage, or nearby marinas, I always ask: How will you actually use the boat? Are you running offshore before sunrise? Taking friends to dinner by water? Storing a center console? Planning to move up to a larger offshore boat? Wanting quick pass access? Those answers shape the right property decision.

From Ono Island waterfront homes with private docks to Orange Beach condos near marina access, the boating lifestyle is never one-size-fits-all. That is why I love helping clients compare not only bedrooms and square footage, but also turning basins, dock orientation, boat lift capacity, storage options, bridge clearances, and the everyday convenience of getting from home to open water.

“The right coastal property should make the boating lifestyle feel easier, not harder.”

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