Sharkey's Marine Service

Boat engines don’t fix themselves. Sharkey’s Marine Service keeps vessels running along the Jersey Shore, handling everything from winterization to fiberglass repair. Engine diagnostics, bottom painting, and electrical troubleshooting are routine here—no glittery showroom, just hands-on work that keeps hulls off the sandbar.

The shop sits at 1 Marina Bay Ct, Highlands, NJ 07732, a short walk from where the Shrewsbury River meets Raritan Bay. Salt air and diesel fumes mix outside, a familiar scent for anyone who keeps a boat in the marina. Most trailers and lift trucks roll in early; if you’re bringing yours, call ahead—(732) 688-5265 slots you into the queue before the tide turns.

Highlands itself feels like a working waterfront, not a polished tourist stop. Docks, bait shops, and clam shacks line the streets, and the repair yard fits right in. For directions, the map pinpoints the exact spot: Sharkey’s Marine Service on Marina Bay Court.