Port of Waverly Park, a public boat ramp on Missouri River, is located in Carrollton. Ramp Approach: Ramp points downstream and rocky bank landing. From East Independence it's roughly 46 miles in a straight line. Closest alternative: Waverly Access in Carrollton (under 1 mile).
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Carrollton, MO |
| Water | Missouri River |
| Surface | paved |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Official public water access in Missouri, including Port of Waverly Park: Missouri Department of Conservation (accesses); Missouri State Highway Patrol Water Patrol Division (boating rules).
Our checklist: How to launch a boat from a trailer.
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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 checklist
Illustration Loading the boat
How to winch your boat on in a minute, and the small upgrades that make the drive home safer.
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Port of Waverly Park is in Carrollton, Missouri. The directions button above routes you to the pin for Port of Waverly Park.
Missouri River, in Carrollton.
We don't have fee information for Port of Waverly Park, but many city and county ramps are free, while state parks and Corps lakes often charge.
Generally yes. Unload away from the lane and launch quickly.
Waverly Access in Carrollton (under 1 mile) and Miami Access Boat Ramp in Slater (17 miles).
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