About BoatRampMap.com
BoatRampMap.com is the most comprehensive directory of public boat ramps and launch sites in the United States, featuring 47,366 locations across 50 states and territories and 2,843 counties.
What You'll Find
Every listing includes GPS coordinates for precise navigation and a link to get turn-by-turn directions. Where available, our listings also include:
How to Use This Site
Enter any US zip code and choose a search radius (10, 25, 50, or 100 miles) to find boat ramps near you. Results are sorted by distance with an interactive map.
Navigate the full directory: pick a state, drill down to a county, and explore every ramp with maps and details.
View all 47,366 ramps on a single map. Click state markers to zoom in and explore clusters of nearby launches.
Data Sources
Our data is compiled from 35 authoritative federal, state, and community sources. Records are cross-referenced and deduplicated to produce the most complete picture of each ramp.
Federal Sources
The U.S. Geological Survey's comprehensive inventory of boat ramps nationwide. Our largest single source.
The Recreation Information Database provides listings for federal recreation areas, including fee information and facility details.
Boat launch sites on BLM-managed public lands, primarily in western states.
State Agency Sources
We incorporate official boat ramp data from state departments of natural resources and wildlife agencies, providing locally verified ramp information:
Community Sources
Community-contributed geographic data provides additional coverage, particularly for smaller or informal launch sites.
Coverage
Our directory covers all 50 US states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands. Every listing includes GPS coordinates for precise navigation. Many listings also include waterbody name, amenity details, fee information, managing agency, and ramp specifications like lane count and dock availability.
Data is cross-referenced across multiple sources to assign a verification tier to each ramp. Ramps confirmed by multiple independent sources are marked as “Verified,” while those from a single authoritative source (like USGS) are marked “Authoritative.”
Disclaimer
While we strive for accuracy, conditions at boat ramps can change. Ramps may be closed for maintenance, seasonal restrictions, or weather events. We recommend verifying current conditions, fees, and accessibility before traveling. GPS coordinates are approximate and sourced from federal and state databases. See our Terms & Disclaimer for full details.