Are there free boat ramps in Crawford County, Missouri?

Yes — 16 public boat ramps in Crawford County are listed as free or no-fee. Public ramps are operated by state, county, or city agencies and are open to anyone with a registered watercraft.

Do I need a permit to launch a boat at a free Crawford County ramp?

Most public ramps in Missouri are free to use but you may need a current boater safety certificate and a registered watercraft. Some state-park ramps charge a parking fee even when the launch itself is free. Check the individual ramp page for current fee information.

Free Public Boat Launches in Crawford County, MO

There are 16 free, public boat launches in Crawford County, Missouri. All ramps on this page are operated by a public agency (state, county, federal, or municipal) with no launch fee or with public access listed by the maintaining authority.

All free public boat launches in Crawford County (16)

Woodson Woods Access

Onondaga Cave Boat Ramp

Blue Springs Ranch Landing

Scotia Landing

Forest Service

Adventure Outdoors Landing

Elm Spring Branch Boat Ramp

Scotia Canoe Launch

Blue Springs Public Canoe Launch

Riverview Access

Campbell Bridge Boat Ramp

Canoe/Kayak Launch

Courtois Creek Access

Scotts Ford Access

Sappington Bridge Boat Ramp

Mint Spring Access

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