Are there free boat ramps in Saint Louis County, Missouri?

Yes — 15 public boat ramps in Saint Louis 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 Saint Louis 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 Saint Louis County, MO

There are 15 free, public boat launches in Saint Louis 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 Saint Louis County (15)

Simpson Park Lake

Meramec Landing

Sunfish Lake

Creve Coeur Lake

RT 66 State Park

Creve Coeur Lake

Creve Coeur Lake

Pacific Palisades

Allenton

Flam City Access

Columbia Bottoms Access

Simpson Park Lake (St. Louis County)

Spanish Lake

Pelican Island Access

Columbia Bottom Conservation Area

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