We live in Sac but the houseboat has lived at Walnut Grove Marina for many years now. The price is…read moreright ($500 a month) for convenient location and easy parking, however the wifi is spotty. There is an ugly band of seemingly abandoned boats that you see when you first pull in the driveway, but the neighboring areas have been cleaned up significantly. The marina itself has undergone some slow improvements, like fixing up the decks and walkways, and a nice clubhouse with men's and women's bathrooms, gym and a small convenience shop. The staff is knowledgeable and attentive and we get a discount on propane. Folks are friendly and it is just a short walk to Giusti's.

It's out of the way, but very pleasant, quiet, and serves its purpose. I overnighted here at the…read moreguest dock after spending the day in Railroad cut and Locke. Brandon, the office worker (harbor master?) was very helpful. The office is staffed until 7 p.m.; I left Locke at 6:15 and called ahead to let Brandon know that I was on my way and that if I arrived a little after 7, to please wait. At 6:45, Brandon was on the dock ready to help me tie up. It's a bit expensive ($40/night) but it is the only marina in the area that can accomodate a large houseboat. Shore power is available, but we didn't take it. The marina is walking distance from Giusti's Italian restaurant and the town of Walnut Grove. If you can handle the 2 mile walk on the levee in scorching heat, then you can visit Locke.

Drove out here to get some lunch on River Road…read more I noticed a dock here. Walked down and found it. I was exploring the Delta and I tried to find this dock two years ago but gps was not being kind. This is a free dock. Boat House boat storage down the street charges to dock. No fishing allowed from dock. Great find.

Just a nice simple dock to go fishing off, or launch a kayak. Parking on the road is limited, and…read moreit's some serious stairs down to the dock, but it's never crowded when I've been there. Bring a chair, a rod and some food and enjoy the day.

Actually the main business is off the river-just across the street. A liquor store; a place where…read moreyou can get chips, beer, soda and ice....all things needed while on the river. But, if you're like us, you not only need ice and soda, you need a place to dock the boat, to load and unload passengers, maybe take a quick swim or just get on land for a bit. We've been meeting friends on the Boon-Dox for years. Sometimes if Bob is in one of his fishing crazes, which is pretty much all the time, he hits New Hope at dawn and stays out on the Sacramento Delta til at least dusk. That is too long for me. I prefer a lazy morning of coffee and paper, some yelp, maybe even a little laundry. Then, I climb in my little red car and toodle up the road to Walnut Grove. I look for parking under the tall eucalyptus trees across the street from the Boon-Dox Liquor Store. Sometimes I spy a make-shift fruit stand off the tail gate of a seller's truck. Mmm Watermelons, perfect! Now, to drag the ice chest, pic-a-nic basket and bag o' essentials down to the dock. Once there, I begin the wait for Bob. Many times I run into a local and we strike up a conversation. People are friendly on the river. If you ever have mechanical problems you'll get help within minutes. It's not like being way laid on 680 as cars go whizzing past you at 80 miles an hour. Folks are out here to take it easy, meet some new friends, toss a line in the water or just enjoy nature. As soon as the next boat trolls by, you'll hear a call-out, "Hey dude (or dudette), you need some help"?

The most stunning location right on the river, quiet neighbors, boat launch, what more could you…read moreask for?

This is such a rare find and a great place to live. I'm a part timer but it feels like home. Super…read moresafe, great bar/food next door and very laid back. I love this place and the stuff is perfect

I've had my boat for a few years now, great service and take care of anything I need. I had a…read morebattery die right before I was ready to launch and Musseal installed a new battery in 15 minutes!

Had some major work done on my 1999 ProStar. Kelvin and the crew were awesome to work with…read more Picked it up and Misa was great in explaining all that he did. Thanks guys!

Very helpful and patient. I took my Waverunners in for a quote but decided to hang onto them until…read morethe weather got cold again to allow them enough time to do a quality repair so I haven't seen the final work yet. The quote process was easy and pricing was fair. I will definitely come back for the actual work based on the initial service level.

VJ work schedule is all about when THEY GET READY to work on your boat. No timely execution or plan…read morefor multiple major engine projects that could not be finished on time. Their communication is broken with no information being utilized in either direction. Their pricing is predatory with additional charges, exorbitant charges added later. Mechanical work was incomplete and sloppy requiring rework. Pass through charges and transportation to work shop typical predatory, high double tap on outside work and max two way travel charges. Tech broke integral fuel line @ disassembly and wrote up complete fabrication, (lie). There is no reason to pay top dollar and be training their menial labor to train/play mechanic. Avoid this yard

5-stars for Gene and Deckhands Marine. Drain plug on our 2002 Mercruiser 5.0L failed on a Sunday…read moremorning. Called all shops and everybody was closed - except Deckhands. He said to bring parts or pics and he'd try to help. Arrived with pics and, amazingly, after spending 30 minutes determining the correct part, Gene emerged from his parts bin with 2 new plugs. I threaded them back into block and presto - problem solved. His extra effort to help and a mere $5 in parts saved our family weekend. I'm old school and appreciate genuine service - Deckhands delivers in spades

Deckhands is a delta classic! Great place to get you boat fixed or docked. Gene is always out to…read morehelp people and is usually the 1st on hand to save a boat that is about to hit the bridge. His shop has EVERYTHING YOU need for your boating adventure. Not sure what the previous reviewer had to complain about..except I suspect he had more personal reasons to leave a bad review. Come out to walnut grove and say hi to Gene..he's always around to help out. The walnut grove community would be lost without him. :) Happy boating!