June 2025 Great Loop Link

Buying the right boat is only part of preparing for the Great Loop—making it comfortable enough to truly feel like home is what transforms a boat into the perfect platform for your adventure. It's time to make the boat your own.

Help us welcome our newest sponsors! Bay Harbor Marina (Michigan), and Bridge Port Marina (Ontario) ~ make sure to stop in at both marinas on your way towards Lake Michigan this fall and take advantage of their amenities to make your stay a joyful one. Thousand Island Yacht Spa (New York) is all about service and storage. They offer transportation services as well. Have you ever looked at a boat and said to yourself, it looks good on paper, but can it handle the Great Loop? Head over to Can I Loop? and get additional insight into the information you won't find on the survey.

While the 2026 legislative session in Florida ended back in the spring, the work continues to keep the waterways of the Great Loop open and safe for recreational vessels.

AGLCA has been working closely with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to help our members prepare for an upcoming closure at Brandon Road Lock & Dam (Illinois Waterway Mile 286).

One of the greatest joys of cruising America's Great Loop is discovering that the adventure extends far beyond the main route. Along the way, countless side trips invite curious Loopers to venture off the beaten path, rewarding them with memorable cruising, unique destinations, and experiences that often become trip highlights. Read on to discover one of these hidden gems and why it deserves a place on your Great Loop itinerary.