Located on Colorado in Webberville, 13.7 miles from Austin. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.8/5 across 214 Google reviews.
The 10 Best Boat Ramps Near Austin, TX (2026)
We ranked every boat ramp within 50 miles of Austin by real boater reviews. The top pick: River Forest Haven in Webberville, rated 4.8/5 from 214 Google reviews (13.7 miles out). 30+ launches mapped in the area, across 7 waterbodies.
Located on Safe Harbor in Hudson Bend, 15.1 miles from Austin. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.8/5 across 148 Google reviews. Public access.
Located on Lady Bird Lake in Austin, 1.4 miles from Austin. Rated 4.8/5 from 44 Google reviews. Public access.
Located on Lady Bird Lake in Austin, 0.7 miles from Austin. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.7/5 across 4,618 Google reviews. Public access.
Located on Lake Austin in Austin, 6.6 miles from Austin. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.7/5 across 1,833 Google reviews.
Located on Lady Bird Lake in Austin, 1.5 miles from Austin. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.7/5 across 1,074 Google reviews. Public access.
Located on Lady Bird Lake in Austin, 1.8 miles from Austin. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.7/5 across 332 Google reviews.
Located on Lady Bird Lake in Austin, 1.6 miles from Austin. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.7/5 across 128 Google reviews. Public access.
Located on Lake Austin in Austin, 11.7 miles from Austin. Rated 4.7/5 from 76 Google reviews. Public access.
Located on Lake Austin in Austin, 7.2 miles from Austin. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.6/5 across 3,116 Google reviews.
Complete Rankings: Top 23 Near Austin
| Rank | Name | City | Rating | Reviews | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | River Forest Haven | Webberville | 4.8/5 | 214 | 13.7 mi |
| 2 | Austin Yacht Club | Hudson Bend | 4.8/5 | 148 | 15.1 mi |
| 3 | Austin High Boat Launch | Austin | 4.8/5 | 44 | 1.4 mi |
| 4 | Auditorium Shores at Town Lake Metropolitan Park | Austin | 4.7/5 | 4618 | 0.7 mi |
| 5 | Pennybacker Bridge Overlook | Austin | 4.7/5 | 1833 | 6.6 mi |
| 6 | The Boardwalk at Lady Bird Lake | Austin | 4.7/5 | 1074 | 1.5 mi |
| 7 | Austin Nature & Science Center | Austin | 4.7/5 | 332 | 1.8 mi |
| 8 | Festival Beach Boat Ramp | Austin | 4.7/5 | 128 | 1.6 mi |
| 9 | Quinlan Park | Austin | 4.7/5 | 76 | 11.7 mi |
| 10 | Emma Long Metropolitan Park | Austin | 4.6/5 | 3116 | 7.2 mi |
| 11 | Texas Rowing Center | Austin | 4.6/5 | 646 | 1.6 mi |
| 12 | Quarries Park | Austin | 4.6/5 | 153 | 9.8 mi |
| 13 | Decker Tallgrass Prairie Preserve | Austin | 4.6/5 | 71 | 8.4 mi |
| 14 | Mansfield Dam Park | Hudson Bend | 4.5/5 | 1277 | 13.2 mi |
| 15 | Walsh Boat Landing | Austin | 4.5/5 | 269 | 3.2 mi |
| 16 | Mansfield Dam Boat Ramp | Hudson Bend | 4.5/5 | 167 | 13.1 mi |
| 17 | Walter E. Long Boat Ramp | Austin | 4.5/5 | 57 | 8.2 mi |
| 18 | Cidercade Austin | Austin | 4.4/5 | 2265 | 1.0 mi |
| 19 | Walter E. Long Metropolitan Park | Austin | 4.4/5 | 1364 | 8.1 mi |
| 20 | Bob Wentz Park | Hudson Bend | 4.4/5 | 1188 | 13.8 mi |
| 21 | Jessica Hollis Park | Austin | 4.3/5 | 581 | 13.0 mi |
| 22 | Loop 360 Boat Ramp | Austin | 4.3/5 | 251 | 6.5 mi |
| 23 | Holiday Inn Boat Launch | Austin | 4.0/5 | 6 | 1.1 mi |
Austin Boat Ramp FAQ
What is the best boat ramp near Austin?▾
River Forest Haven in Webberville is the highest-rated boat ramp near Austin, with a 4.8/5 Google rating from 214 reviews, 13.7 miles from the city center on Colorado.
How many boat ramps are near Austin?▾
BoatLaunchMap tracks 30+ boat ramps within 50 miles of Austin, Texas. 11 of the top-rated launches offer public access.
What waterbodies can I launch on near Austin?▾
Top-rated launches near Austin put you on Colorado, Safe Harbor, Lady Bird Lake, Lake Austin, Walnut Creek and 2 more waterbodies.