Urban area with multiple striped surface parking lots adjacent to buildings and a small lake, but no visible docks, slips, or marine facilities.
Windmill Marina is situated in Afton, Minnesota, along the scenic St. Croix River, which forms the border between Minnesota and Wisconsin in the Upper Midwest, rather than directly on the Great Lakes; this river is a tributary of the Mississippi River. It serves recreational boaters and sailors who navigate the calm, freshwater environments of the St. Croix River for activities like cruising and fishing. This location in the St. Croix Valley offers access to the region's natural beauty, including forested banks and nearby waterways for leisurely boating excursions.
Marinas typically need to separate slip holder parking from day-visitor parking, trailer areas, launch ramps, and secure dock access points. Modern facilities use barrier gate systems to enforce these zones automatically — allowing permitted vehicles through via transponder or keycard while logging all access events.
