Boat Ramps

Boat Ramps - Newport, Aquidneck Island and the East Bay, RI

4 places to visit

  • Tiverton, RI

    Stafford Pond

    There is a cement plank boat ramp and a gravel parking lot at the put-in. For boats launched from the state boat ramp the motor must be under 10hp (or electric). (This pond is stocked with trout several times a year.)
    off Old Stafford Road
  • Portsmouth, RI

    Weaver Cove

    One mile south of Stringham Road and south of Melville complex. Concrete ramp is handicap accesssible. Plenty of vehicle and trailer parking. Four feet reported at mean low water.
    off Burma Road
  • Newport, RI

    Fort Adams State Park

    The boat launch is located at the southwest corner of the park - take the second right off Fort Adams Drive (at the Public Sailing Center lot), then bear right at the beach to reach the ramp. Concrete slab. Fishing piers. Handicap access.
    80 Fort Adams Drive 401-847-2400
  • Jamestown, RI

    Fort Wetherill State Park

    A boat ramp is located at the southeast end of Ocean Street, off Walcott Avenue (Route 138). It is a linked concrete plank for car-top vessels only. It is handicapped accessible, and chemical toilets are available.
    Fort Wetherill Road 401-884-2010