North Shore Boat Ramp, a public boat ramp on William H. Harsha Lake, is located in Batavia. The drive from Cincinnati covers roughly 22 miles as the crow flies. If it's full, Tate Ramp in Amelia is 1 mile away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Batavia, OH |
| Water | William H. Harsha Lake |
| Surface | concrete |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
North Shore Boat Ramp is one of 4 public launches on William H. Harsha Lake. All launches on William H. Harsha Lake
Guide: How to launch a boat from a trailer, plus ramp etiquette.
Illustration Bestseller Attwood 7524A7 snap-handle drain plug The forgotten drain plug is the classic ramp mistake. A spare in the glove box saves the day. View on Amazon 
Illustration Top pick Bungee dock lines with quick connect, shock absorbing Clip on in seconds while your partner parks the trailer. The bungee keeps the boat off the dock in wakes. View on Amazon 
Illustration Master Lock trailer coupler lock (fits 1-7/8", 2", 2-5/16") Your trailer sits alone in the ramp lot all day. A coupler lock keeps it where you left it. View on Amazon We haven't tested these ourselves; we chose them by size and specs. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you. Check the current price on Amazon.
Illustration Loading the boat
How to winch your boat on in a minute, and the small upgrades that make the drive home safer.
Loading guide Illustration The classic ramp mistake
A spare snap-handle plug in the glove box, and the full launch checklist that keeps the line moving.
Launch checklistStill waiting for the first review of this launch.
North Shore Boat Ramp is in Batavia, Ohio. Open the map link to see where North Shore Boat Ramp sits on the shore.
It gives you access to William H. Harsha Lake.
We don't have fee information for North Shore Boat Ramp, but many city and county ramps are free, while state parks and Corps lakes often charge.
Usually yes, as long as you keep the lane at North Shore Boat Ramp clear for trailers. The nearest dedicated kayak launch is Canoe Launch in Batavia in Batavia, about 3.8 miles away.
Tate Ramp in Amelia (1 mile), Harsha Boat Ramp in Amelia (1 mile) and Reisinger Boat Ramp in Bethel (3.1 miles).
Boat Ramps Nearby