Boat Ramps in Rhode Island
37 public boat ramps found in Rhode Island
Notable waterways: Narragansett Bay, Rhode Island Sound, Sakonnet River, Providence River, Pawcatuck River
Boating in Rhode Island
Rhode Island punches far above its size as a boating destination. Narragansett Bay shelters Newport — sailing capital of America — and dozens of charming coves and islands. You''re rarely more than 20 minutes from a quality boat ramp.
Boating Tips
Rhode Island requires vessel registration and a safety certificate for operators born on or after January 1, 1986. Newport Harbor hosts some of the densest recreational boat traffic in New England.
Tides and Conditions
Tidal range in Narragansett Bay averages 4-5 ft. Strong southwesterly winds can build significant chop quickly.
Top-Rated Ramps in Rhode Island
All Ramps in Rhode Island (37 total)
Haines Park Boat RampRiverside
★ 4.5View
Police Cove Park & Boat RampBarrington
★ 4.4View
Gano Park Boat LaunchProvidence
★ 4.4View
Broncos Fishing AreaBurrillville
★ 4.4View
Pawtucket Town LandingPawtucket
★ 4.4View
Oakland Beach Boat RampWarwick
★ 4.3View
Lincoln Woods Boat Ramp - Olney PondLincoln
★ 4.3View
Festival LaunchPawtucket
★ 4.3View
Spring lake fishing areaHarrisville
★ 4.3View
Union Pond Fishing AreaPascoag
★ 4.2View
Wilson Reservoir Boat LaunchPascoag
★ 4.0View
Wakefield Pond State Boat LaunchPascoag
★ 4.0View
Locustville Pond State Boat LaunchHope Valley
★ 3.0View
Central Falls Landing Boat RampCentral Falls
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Aborn St Boat RampCranston
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Seekonk River Small Boat LaunchProvidence
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Boat LaunchBurrillville
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