Westport River Boat Ramp, a public boat ramp, is located in New Bedford. It's about 28 miles from Providence, RI, as the crow flies. If it's full, South Watuppa Boat Ramp in Fall River is 12 miles away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | New Bedford, MA |
| Water | Westport River |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Before driving to Westport River Boat Ramp, check closures with Massachusetts Office of Fishing and Boating Access (ramps); Massachusetts Environmental Police (boating rules).
Guide: How to launch a boat from a trailer.
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Illustration Loading the boat
How to winch your boat on in a minute, and the small upgrades that make the drive home safer.
Loading guide Illustration The classic ramp mistake
A spare snap-handle plug in the glove box, and the full launch checklist that keeps the line moving.
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Westport River Boat Ramp is in New Bedford, Massachusetts. Open the map link to see where Westport River Boat Ramp sits on the shore.
Westport River, in New Bedford.
Our data does not say whether Westport River Boat Ramp charges, so look for a pay box or posted fees at the entrance.
Usually yes, as long as you keep the lane at Westport River Boat Ramp clear for trailers. The nearest dedicated kayak launch is Brownell Street Boat Ramp in Fall River, about 15 miles away.
South Watuppa Boat Ramp in Fall River (12 miles), Cook Pond Access in Fall River (12 miles) and Storer Park Boat Ramp in Newport (13 miles).
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