Boat Launches in New Hampshire

Boat launch access

Launching a boat in New Hampshire

Boating Hubs maps 171 boat launches in New Hampshire across 120 named waters. 168 are public access, and 3 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 New Hampshire

• Lake Winnipesaukee (16)
• Merrimack River (11)
• Piscataqua River (7)
• Sunapee Lake (5)
• Pemigewasset River (3)
• Squam Lake (3)
• Squamscott River (3)
• Connecticut River (2)
• Contoocook River (2)
• Crystal Lake (2)
• Great East Lake (2)
• Hampton Harbor (2)

Common questions about New Hampshire boat launches

How many public boat launches are there in New Hampshire?

Boating Hubs maps 171 boat launches in New Hampshire across 120 named waters. 168 are public access and 3 are semi-private, meaning access may be limited to residents, members or permit holders.

Which waters in New Hampshire have the most boat launches?

By mapped launch count: Lake Winnipesaukee (16), Merrimack River (11), Piscataqua River (7), Sunapee Lake (5) and Pemigewasset River (3). 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 New Hampshire?

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