Boat Ramps in Chattanooga, TN

Chattanooga, Tennessee has 20 public boat ramps with GPS coordinates, Google ratings, and directions. Find the best launch near you.

20 Boat Ramps

Chattanooga Boat Launch Overview

Chattanooga, Tennessee has 20 boat ramps mapped on BoatLaunchMap. The top-rated launch is Erwin Marine Riverfront, rated 4.9/5 from 77 Google reviews. Boaters in Chattanooga can access Chickamauga Lake, Tennessee River, Nickajack, and 3 more waterbodies. 5 of 20 ramps offer free public access.

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Boat Ramps
6
Waterbodies
4.6
Avg Rating
5
Free Public

Waterbodies in Chattanooga

Chickamauga Lake
8 ramps
Tennessee River
4 ramps
Nickajack
3 ramps
Black Creek
1 ramp
North Chickamauga Creek
1 ramp
South Chickamauga Creek
1 ramp
Boat ramps in Chattanooga, Tennessee
NameWaterbodyRatingAccess
Erwin Marine RiverfrontTennessee River4.9/5public
Sterchi Farm TrailheadChickamauga Lake4.7/5
Fry CenterNickajack
Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature CenterBlack Creek4.7/5public
Coolidge ParkTennessee River4.7/5
Tennessee AquariumTennessee River4.7/5public
Lakeshore MarinaChickamauga Lake4.2/5private
Greenway Farms Dog ParkNorth Chickamauga Creek4.7/5
Tennessee River Boat RampTennessee River
Camp Jordan (South Chick)South Chickamauga Creek
Chickamauga Dam North ShoreChickamauga Lake
Chickamauga Dam Day Use AreaChickamauga Lake4.6/5private
Rivermont ParkNickajack4.5/5
Cummings Hwy (Lookout Creek)Lookout Creek
Suck Creek Boat Ramp (TN River)Suck Creekpublic
RiverpointNickajack4.8/5
TN Riverwalk at the DamChickamauga Lake4.7/5
U.S. Coast GuardChickamauga Lake
Privateer Yacht ClubChickamauga Lake4.7/5private
Big Ridge Yacht Club LLCChickamauga Lake4.3/5public

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Erwin Marine Riverfront

4.9
(77)
201 Riverfront Pkwy, Chattanooga, TN 37402, USA
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Sterchi Farm Trailhead

4.7
(90)
Chattanooga, TN 37406, USA
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Fry Center

4301 Amnicola Hwy, Chattanooga, TN 37406, USA
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Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center

4.7
(349)
400 Garden Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37419, USA
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Coolidge Park

4.7
(7612)
150 River St, Chattanooga, TN 37405, USA
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Tennessee Aquarium

4.7
(24513)
1 Broad St, Chattanooga, TN 37402, USA
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Lakeshore Marina

Private
4.2
(196)
5600 Lake Resort Terrace, Chattanooga, TN 37415, USA
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Greenway Farms Dog Park

4.7
(892)
Hixson, TN 37343, USA
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Tennessee River Boat Ramp

Chattanooga, Tennessee
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Camp Jordan (South Chick)

Chattanooga, Tennessee
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Chickamauga Dam North Shore

Chattanooga, Tennessee
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Chickamauga Dam Day Use Area

Private
4.6
(1421)
3012-3020 Kings Point Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37406, USA
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Rivermont Park

4.5
(303)
Dixie Dr, Chattanooga, TN 37415, USA
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Cummings Hwy (Lookout Creek)

Chattanooga, Tennessee
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Suck Creek Boat Ramp (TN River)

Chattanooga, Tennessee
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Riverpoint

4.8
(259)
Chattanooga, TN 37406, USA
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TN Riverwalk at the Dam

4.7
(245)
Tennessee Riverwalk, Chattanooga, TN 37406, USA
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U.S. Coast Guard

Chattanooga, Tennessee
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Privateer Yacht Club

Private
4.7
(69)
4713 Privateer Rd, Hixson, TN 37343, USA
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Big Ridge Yacht Club LLC

4.3
(60)
1940 Hixson Marina Rd, Hixson, TN 37343, USA
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many boat ramps are in Chattanooga, Tennessee?+

Chattanooga, Tennessee has 20 catalogued boat ramps with locations, ratings, and access details.

What's the best boat ramp in Chattanooga?+

Erwin Marine Riverfront is the highest-rated launch in Chattanooga, scoring 4.9/5 (77 reviews).

Are there free public boat ramps in Chattanooga?+

Yes — 5 of the 20 launches in Chattanooga are marked as free public access.

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Check Conditions

Monitor weather forecasts and water conditions before each trip. Local tackle shops often post current reports that help anglers plan productive outings.

Fees & Permits

Launch fees vary by facility and season. Some Chattanooga ramps are free while others require daily or annual passes. Check posted signs at each location.

Safety Requirements

Tennessee requires valid registration, personal flotation devices, and appropriate safety equipment. Verify your vessel meets all requirements before launching.

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