Boat Launches in Delaware

Boat launch access

Launching a boat in Delaware

Boating Hubs maps 114 boat launches in Delaware across 68 named waters. 103 are public access, and 11 are semi-private, so access may be limited to residents, members or permit holders. Every launch on this page carries its coordinates, so you can route to the ramp rather than to the lake.

Busiest waters in Delaware

• Choptank River (12)
• Susquehanna River (7)
• Nanticoke River (5)
• Cohansey River (4)
• Delaware River (4)
• Mispillion River (4)
• North East River (4)
• Broadkill River (3)
• Wicomico River (3)
• Christina River (2)
• Delaware Bay (2)
• Indian River (2)

Common questions about Delaware boat launches

How many public boat launches are there in Delaware?

Boating Hubs maps 114 boat launches in Delaware across 68 named waters. 103 are public access and 11 are semi-private, meaning access may be limited to residents, members or permit holders.

Which waters in Delaware have the most boat launches?

By mapped launch count: Choptank River (12), Susquehanna River (7), Nanticoke River (5), Cohansey River (4) and Delaware River (4). Counts are the number of separate ramps and hand launches on each water, not the number of lanes.

Is there a fee to use boat launches in Delaware?

Launch fees are set by whoever manages the ramp, and Boating Hubs does not hold fee data for Delaware yet, so check the managing agency or marina before you tow. Ramps marked semi-private may also require a permit or membership.