Charles River Reservation Boat Ramp, a public boat ramp, is located in Boston. Expect a launch or parking fee here. Closest alternative: Charles River Esplanade Boat Ramp in Boston (1.9 miles).
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Boston, MA |
| Water | Charles River |
| Park | Charles River Reservation |
| Surface | wood |
| Launch fee | yes, a fee is charged |
| Lighting | lit at night |
Official Massachusetts access sites: Massachusetts Office of Fishing and Boating Access (ramps); Massachusetts Environmental Police (boating rules).
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Charles River Reservation Boat Ramp is in Boston, Massachusetts. There is no street address for Charles River Reservation Boat Ramp in our data, but the map pin marks the launch itself.
Charles River Reservation Boat Ramp is on Charles River.
There is a fee. We don't list amounts because they change often. Check the pay station or the managing agency for current rates.
Most likely, if you launch from the side of Charles River Reservation Boat Ramp and don't block the lane. The nearest dedicated kayak launch is Squibnocket Park Boat Ramp in Watertown, about 2.9 miles away.
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