Swan Island Boat Ramp, a public boat ramp on Willamette River, is located in Portland. The next public ramp is Cathedral Park in Portland, about 3.3 miles away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Portland, OR |
| Water | Willamette River |
| Surface | asphalt |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Closures and rules for Swan Island Boat Ramp: Oregon State Marine Board.
Swan Island Boat Ramp is one of 14 public launches on Willamette River. Willamette River overview
Details: How to launch a boat from a trailer, plus ramp etiquette.
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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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Swan Island Boat Ramp is in Portland, Oregon. The directions button above routes you to the pin for Swan Island Boat Ramp.
Willamette River, in Portland.
We have no fee details for Swan Island Boat Ramp, but our guide to launch fees explains what ramps usually cost.
Yes in most cases. At busy times, wait for a gap between trailers at Swan Island Boat Ramp. The nearest dedicated kayak launch is Smith & Bybee Lake Canoe Launch in Portland, about 3.5 miles away.
Cathedral Park in Portland (3.3 miles), Smith & Bybee Lake Canoe Launch in Portland (3.5 miles) and Poet's Beach in Portland (4.2 miles).
Boat Ramps Nearby