Founded in 1908, Keyport Yacht Club has been a fixture on the Raritan Bay waterfront for over a century, bringing together sailors, boaters, and families through a shared passion for boating, friendship, and life on the water.
Our clubhouse has a bar, game room, cozy fireplace and an elegant Ward Room where we hold our meetings and many of our events and a fantastic large kitchen. We also provide the usual club amenities like showers, fresh water, and ice.
During the summer season, members and guests may also enjoy a cocktail on the upper deck overlooking the fleet.
Our classic, bristol condition launches are available to transport you to and from your boat. While KYC does not have an on-site restaurant, there are a number of quality restaurants available within walking distance or a short cab ride from the clubhouse.
Directions:
By Sea - N40° 28.4' - W74° 11.0’
• Keyport Green Lighted Buoy #1
• Then head 220° magnetic to Mooring Field
• Call "Keyport Launch" on VHF Channel 9
• Launch shack phone: 732-739-2210
By Land - 115 First Street, Keyport, NJ 07735
• Garden State Parkway Exit 117
• Take Route 36 after Parkway exit
• Take Broad Street jug handle at first light (past IHOP).
• Cross Route 36 and go past two traffic lights.
• Make right onto First Street (by the water).
• Past Firehouse, Club is approximately 1/3 mile on the left.
Important note: Tips at the KYC Bar are CASH ONLY. Our bartenders make sure to take care of you, so please come prepared to take care of them!
KYC Winter Bar Hours* (When No Launch Service)
Monday-Thursday 5PM to 9PM
Friday 5PM to Midnight
Saturday Noon to Midnight
Sunday Noon to 9PM
KYC Summer Bar Hours* (When Launch Service)
Monday-Thursday 4PM to 10PM
Friday 4PM to Midnight
Saturday Noon to Midnight
Sunday Noon to 10PM
*Bar may close 90 minutes early if no customers for more than an hour
KYC Bar Phone: 732-739-2544
Information for visiting boaters:
- Overnight stay on a guest mooring: $35.00
- Club amenities include showers, fresh water, and ice.
- Club bar accepts credit cards. Menus available for many local restaurants that deliver to the club.
- Free WiFi available at the clubhouse
- Diesel & Gas: Harbor View Marina (Formerly Hans Pedersen & Sons Marina)
KYC Launch Service
Launch Operation Summer 2026
The launch is now operating on our normal summer hours.
Monday through Thursday from 9 AM to 11 PM
Friday 9 AM to 1 AM
Saturday 8 AM to 1 AM
Sunday 8 AM to 11 PM
Please note that the last launch runs 15 minutes before the end of shift.
Launch service ends Sunday October 25, 2026
Please note our last run is 15 minutes before the end of service
KYC Launch Operation Guidelines
Visiting Keyport
The historic town of Keyport is only a two block stroll from the club and has many nice restaurants for breakfast, lunch or dinner. There is also a laundromat, and a mini grocery store. The town also hosts a number of community events throughout the year. For more information about the town of Keyport, visit http://www.visitkeyport.org.