Located on Black River in Long View, 22.5 miles from Wilmington. Rated 5.0/5 from 13 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
The 10 Best Boat Ramps Near Wilmington, NC (2026)
We ranked every boat ramp within 50 miles of Wilmington by real boater reviews. The top pick: Newbys Landing in Long View, rated 5.0/5 from 13 Google reviews (22.5 miles out). 30+ launches mapped in the area, across 10 waterbodies.
Located on Atlantic Ocean in Hampstead, 15.7 miles from Wilmington. Rated 5.0/5 from 2 Google reviews. Private facility — fees or membership may apply. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Black River in Long View, 21.4 miles from Wilmington. Rated 4.8/5 from 30 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Atlantic Ocean in Carolina Beach, 12.0 miles from Wilmington. Rated 4.8/5 from 12 Google reviews. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Dutchman Creek in Oak Island, 22.0 miles from Wilmington. Rated 4.7/5 from 75 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Greenfield Lake in Wilmington, 0.3 miles from Wilmington. Rated 4.7/5 from 3 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Northeast Cape Fear River in Castle Hayne, 9.9 miles from Wilmington. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.6/5 across 168 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
★ 4.6/5 (168)9.9 mi from WilmingtonNortheast Cape Fear Riverpublic accessDetails, conditions & directions →
Located on Cape Fear River in Kure Beach, 18.4 miles from Wilmington. Rated 4.6/5 from 88 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Atlantic Ocean in Sloop Point, 23.0 miles from Wilmington. Rated 4.6/5 from 44 Google reviews. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Greenfield Lake in Wilmington, 1.0 miles from Wilmington. Rated 4.5/5 from 20 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Launching Around Wilmington? Watch the Tide
10 of the top 10 ramps near Wilmington are tidal. At low water, short or shallow ramps can leave your trailer wheels-deep with the prop in the mud. Every tidal ramp page on BoatLaunchMap shows live NOAA tide readings — check before you tow.
Complete Rankings: Top 17 Near Wilmington
| Rank | Name | City | Rating | Reviews | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Newbys Landing | Long View | 5.0/5 | 13 | 22.5 mi |
| 2 | Washington Acres Private Boat Ramp | Hampstead | 5.0/5 | 2 | 15.7 mi |
| 3 | Hunt's Bluff Wildlife Boat Ramp | Long View | 4.8/5 | 30 | 21.4 mi |
| 4 | Carolina Beach Boating Access | Carolina Beach | 4.8/5 | 12 | 12.0 mi |
| 5 | Dutchman Creek Boat Ramp | Oak Island | 4.7/5 | 75 | 22.0 mi |
| 6 | Wilmington - Surry St Boat Ramp | Wilmington | 4.7/5 | 3 | 0.3 mi |
| 7 | Castle Hayne Boat Ramp | Castle Hayne | 4.6/5 | 168 | 9.9 mi |
| 8 | Federal Point Boat Launch | Kure Beach | 4.6/5 | 88 | 18.4 mi |
| 9 | Hampstead Boating Access Area | Sloop Point | 4.6/5 | 44 | 23.0 mi |
| 10 | Greenfield Lake Boat Ramp | Wilmington | 4.5/5 | 20 | 1.0 mi |
| 11 | Marsh Creek at Scotts Hill Marina | Hampstead | 4.4/5 | 156 | 13.5 mi |
| 12 | Trails End Boat Ramp | Wilmington | 4.4/5 | 72 | 6.9 mi |
| 13 | Rice Creek Boat Ramp | Town Creek township | 4.4/5 | 66 | 8.9 mi |
| 14 | NE 55th St Municipal Boat Ramp | Oak Island | 4.4/5 | 62 | 23.1 mi |
| 15 | Sutton Lake Boating Access | Cape Fear township | 4.3/5 | 66 | 5.9 mi |
| 16 | Davis Creek Boat Launch | Navassa | 4.3/5 | 22 | 4.3 mi |
| 17 | Wrightsville Beach Boating Access | Wrightsville Beach | 4.2/5 | 129 | 7.6 mi |
Wilmington Boat Ramp FAQ
What is the best boat ramp near Wilmington?▾
Newbys Landing in Long View is the highest-rated boat ramp near Wilmington, with a 5.0/5 Google rating from 13 reviews, 22.5 miles from the city center on Black River.
How many boat ramps are near Wilmington?▾
BoatLaunchMap tracks 30+ boat ramps within 50 miles of Wilmington, North Carolina. 11 of the top-rated launches offer public access.
What waterbodies can I launch on near Wilmington?▾
Top-rated launches near Wilmington put you on Black River, Atlantic Ocean, Dutchman Creek, Greenfield Lake, Northeast Cape Fear River and 5 more waterbodies.
Do I need to worry about tides at Wilmington boat ramps?▾
Yes — 10 of the top 10 ramps near Wilmington are tidal. At low tide, shallow ramps can leave trailers short of the water. Each BoatLaunchMap ramp page shows live tide data for tidal locations, so check conditions before you tow.