Chesapeake Launch Ramp
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — Heat Advisory in effect.
- Advisory
- Heat Advisory
- Daylight
- Past sunset (7:29 PM)
- Water level
- 6.81 ft
- Tide
- 8.166 ft now
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Tide Conditions
Updated 7 hr agoSource: NOAA CO-OPS station 9414523 — Redwood City · 0.3 mi from this ramp
Live Water Conditions on Westpoint Harbor
Updated 25 min agoSource: USGS station 373025122065901 — SAN FRANCISCO BAY A OLD DUMBARTON BR NR NEWARK CA · 4.9 mi from Westpoint Harbor
Launch Light & Moon — September 7
local timeWaning Crescent (15% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Chesapeake Launch Ramp
| Location | Redwood City, California |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Westpoint Harbor |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.6/5 (81 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 37.502530, -122.214859 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | San Mateo County |
| Tidal | Yes - check tide charts before launching |
Chesapeake Launch Ramp is a public boat launch providing access to Westpoint Harbor in Redwood City, California at coordinates 37.50253, -122.21486. Rated 4.6/5 based on 81 Google reviews.
Chesapeake Launch Ramp is a public boat launch on Westpoint Harbor in Redwood City, San Mateo County, California. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows current NOAA tide readings, live USGS water level and temperature, sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Chesapeake Launch Ramp
Is Chesapeake Launch Ramp free to use?
Yes, Chesapeake Launch Ramp is a public boat launch with free access in Redwood City, California.
How is Chesapeake Launch Ramp rated?
Chesapeake Launch Ramp has a 4.6 out of 5 rating based on 81 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Chesapeake Launch Ramp access?
Chesapeake Launch Ramp provides boat launch access to Westpoint Harbor in Redwood City, California.
How do I get to Chesapeake Launch Ramp?
Chesapeake Launch Ramp is located at coordinates 37.502530, -122.214859 in Redwood City, California. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
The area surrounding Chesapeake Launch Ramp includes 6 other public boat ramps within 4.4 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.