Ferbrache Boat Launch is a public boat ramp on Chehalis River in Montesano, WA. It's run by Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. The drive from Tacoma covers roughly 58 miles as the crow flies. If it's full, Lake Sylvia State Park Boat Ramp in Montesano is 2.4 miles away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Montesano, WA |
| Water | Chehalis River |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
| Managed by | Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife |
Official Washington access sites: Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Chehalis River has 3 more public launches besides Ferbrache Boat Launch. Chehalis River overview
Guide: 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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Ferbrache Boat Launch is in Montesano, Washington. Open the map link to see where Ferbrache Boat Launch sits on the shore.
Chehalis River, in Montesano.
Our data does not say whether Ferbrache Boat Launch charges, so look for a pay box or posted fees at the entrance.
Usually yes, as long as you keep the lane at Ferbrache Boat Launch clear for trailers.
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife runs Ferbrache Boat Launch. Ask them about fees and closures.
Lake Sylvia State Park Boat Ramp in Montesano (2.4 miles), Black Creek Launch in Cosmopolis (4 miles) and Double Bridges Boat Launch in Elma (5.8 miles).
Boat Ramps Nearby