Corliss Landing is a public boat ramp on Annisquam River in Gloucester, MA. From Boston it's roughly 27 miles in a straight line. If it's full, Long Wharf Landing in Gloucester is under 1 mile away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Gloucester, MA |
| Water | Annisquam River |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Official public water access in Massachusetts, including Corliss Landing: Massachusetts Office of Fishing and Boating Access (ramps); Massachusetts Environmental Police (boating rules).
Step by step: How to launch a boat from a trailer.
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 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.
Loading guideNobody has rated this launch yet. Be the first to share how it went.
Corliss Landing is in Gloucester, Massachusetts. Open the map link to see where Corliss Landing sits on the shore.
It gives you access to Annisquam River.
Fees for Corliss Landing are not in the map data; small local ramps are often free, park and Corps ramps often are not.
Generally yes. Unload away from the lane and launch quickly. The nearest dedicated kayak launch is Veterans Field Boat Ramp in Wakefield, about 22 miles away.
Long Wharf Landing in Gloucester (under 1 mile), Freshwater Cove Landing in Gloucester (2.6 miles) and Lanes Cove Boat Ramp in Rockport (3.5 miles).
Boat Ramps Nearby