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The Most Comprehensive Boat Ramp Database in America

BoatLaunchMap indexes 32,148 boat ramps and public boat launches across all 50 US states, making it the largest free boat ramp directory available online. 5,930 ramps include Google ratings and reviews from the boating community. Every listing includes GPS coordinates, driving directions, and real-time weather. Wisconsin leads with 3,513 mapped ramps.

Boat Ramps by State

Browse boat ramps in all 50 US states. Click any state to see a full directory with maps, ratings, and directions to every public boat launch.

Number of boat ramps and average rating by US state
StateBoat RampsAvg RatingPublic Ramps
Wisconsin3,5134.5/53,095
Minnesota3,3504.5/53,018
Florida3,3214.5/52,739
Michigan2,5434.5/51,493
New York1,5834.5/51,000
Washington1,5584.3/5657
North Carolina1,0484.5/5292
Missouri8574.4/5129
Illinois8334.6/5100
Texas7614.4/561
Virginia7614.4/5257
California7454.5/555
Massachusetts6614.6/5316
Maine6064.5/5181
Pennsylvania5884.5/5113
Maryland5824.5/549
Tennessee5714.5/5112
Ohio5604.1/564
Oregon5444.1/5144
Iowa5084.5/566
Georgia4774.5/5309
Kentucky4544.5/562
Indiana4194.5/561
Idaho3654.5/592
Alabama3424.5/5106
Montana31317
Oklahoma3104.5/512
North Dakota3094.1/516
Arkansas3044.7/518
Connecticut2864.5/598
New Jersey2834.5/537
South Carolina2614.5/5228
New Hampshire2554.8/576
Colorado24231
Utah2384.5/541
Kansas2314.6/526
Louisiana2214.5/536
Vermont2174.6/540
Nebraska1604.7/518
Mississippi1604.5/520
Arizona1474.5/513
West Virginia1404.5/529
South Dakota1274.6/54
Rhode Island1013
Delaware1004.5/524
Wyoming907
New Mexico544.5/54
Nevada494.5/57

Find Boat Ramps Near Me

Looking for a boat ramp near you? BoatLaunchMap makes it easy to find the closest public boat launches from any location in the United States. Use the search tool above to enter your city, zip code, or address, or tap "Use My Location" for GPS-based results. Every result includes Google ratings from real boaters, driving directions via Google Maps or Apple Maps, hours of operation, and current weather conditions.

Whether you're launching a bass boat on an inland lake, putting in a kayak on a quiet river, or trailering to a coastal saltwater ramp, BoatLaunchMap has you covered with 32,148 verified locations across 9,042 cities and 2,961 counties.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many boat ramps are in the United States?

BoatLaunchMap indexes 32,148 boat ramps and public boat launches across all 50 US states. Wisconsin has the most with 3,513 ramps. Minnesota is second with 3,350.

How do I find boat ramps near me?

Use BoatLaunchMap's search tool to find boat ramps near your current location. Click "Use My Location" or enter an address, city, or zip code. Results show the closest boat ramps with Google ratings, directions, hours, and amenities.

Are public boat ramps free to use?

Many public boat ramps are free, especially those operated by state fish and wildlife agencies or the Army Corps of Engineers. Some charge daily or annual launch fees, typically ranging from $5–$20. Each ramp listing on BoatLaunchMap includes access type (public, restricted, or private) to help you plan.

What is the best-rated boat ramp in America?

BoatLaunchMap tracks Google ratings for boat ramps across all 50 states. Visit our Best Boat Ramps page to see the top-rated boat ramps in the US ranked by Google reviews.