Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:14 PM)
- Tide
- 0.98 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 4 hr agoSource: NOAA CO-OPS station 8443970 — Boston · 21.2 mi from this ramp
Launch Light & Moon — July 19
local timeWaxing Crescent (29% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Indian Head River
| Location | Hanover, Massachusetts |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Indian Head River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 42.099778, -70.818842 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| Tidal | Yes - check tide charts before launching |
Indian Head River is a public boat launch providing access to Indian Head River in Hanover, Massachusetts at coordinates 42.09978, -70.81884. Data published by Massachusetts Office of Fishing and Boating Access (MA OFBA).
Indian Head River is a public boat launch on Indian Head River in Hanover, Massachusetts. 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, 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 Indian Head River
Is Indian Head River free to use?
Yes, Indian Head River is a public boat launch with free access in Hanover, Massachusetts.
What water does Indian Head River access?
Indian Head River provides boat launch access to Indian Head River in Hanover, Massachusetts.
How do I get to Indian Head River?
Indian Head River is located at coordinates 42.099778, -70.818842 in Hanover, Massachusetts. 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 Indian Head River includes 6 other public boat ramps within 6.9 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.