Go parallel with the dock, stop the engine, and let the current drift you to the dock.
Approach at a narrow angle about 20 degrees
To leave the dock with the current pushing against you, first assess the current's strength and direction. Start by using your engine to create thrust away from the dock while simultaneously steering the boat at an angle toward the current, allowing it to push you off the dock. If possible, use fenders to protect the boat from the dock as you maneuver. Once free, steer into the current to gain control and head in your desired direction.
Go parallel with the dock, stop the engine, and let the current drift you to the dock.
The bow
bow line
When preparing to dock in conditions where wind or current is pushing your boat away from the dock, you should secure the bow line first. This helps to stabilize the boat and prevent it from drifting further away from the dock. Once the bow is secured, you can then secure the stern line to complete the docking process.
If the wind is pushing the boat away from the dock, you should secure the bow line first. This line will help pull the front of the boat back toward the dock, preventing it from drifting away. Once the bow is secured, you can then secure the stern line to keep the entire boat stable.
stern line
if the boat turns toward the dock without going upstream, it will miss it's mark because the current is pushing the boat downstream.
Bow into dock at approximately 45 degrees. Then steer right and revers stern to dock. That will slow/stop forward momentum while pulling the stern toward dock.
The bow
The one going to the boat.