Service· Puerto Peñasco· Mexico

Cabrales Boatyard (Puerto Peñasco)

31° 18.3′ N · 113° 32.8′ W · approximate

A large DIY boatyard that has pivoted to serving cruisers — popular with boats from the north for its proximity to the US for parts and travel.

Practical

Coordinate is approximate, inside the port's shipyard zone (address Recinto Portuario 91-A Zona Astillero); confirm on arrival. Travelifts from 35 to 150 tons plus a 20-ton transporter, 300-ton launch ramp, 15-ton crane for masts, paved 5-acre dry yard with 24-hour security, showers and a cruisers' lounge; slips for multihulls up to 27 ft beam. Tel +52 638 112 0204, scabrales@cabralescorp.com. Noonsite: mixed reviews, skilled labour hard to find — do your own work; owners help with parts delivery and transport; cruiser WhatsApp group. Prices: verify locally.

Best for

Summer storage and DIY projects close to the US