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Marinas with Public and Private Boat Launches in Minnesota

14 of the 109 marinas we track in Minnesota have boat launch access. Full listings for every city are on the Minnesota page.

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109marinas statewide

This section filters marinas and waterfront locations offering dedicated boat launch ramps for trailered craft and personal watercraft. Facilities vary between concrete slab ramps, gravel shorelines, and multi-lane commercial ramps with staging docks. Checking site features helps ensure adequate water depth at low tide and suitable parking for truck-trailer combinations.

Stillwater 2

  1. Boomsite Marina

    9369 St Croix Trail N, Stillwater, MN 55082

    Boat ramp
  2. Ole Sawmill Marina & Boat Rentals

    2009 Lake St, Stillwater, MN 55082

    Boat ramp

Tower 2

  1. Birch Point Marine

    2147 Birch Point Rd, Tower, MN 55790

    Boat ramp
  2. Gruben's Marina & Resort

    4296 Arrowhead Point Rd, Tower, MN 55790

    Boat ramp

Afton 1

  1. Windmill Marina Association Inc

    16065 32nd St S, Afton, MN 55001

    Boat ramp

Bayport 1

  1. River Park Marina

    Bayport, MN 55003

    Boat ramp

Brownsville 1

  1. Lawrence Lake Marina

    8995 Lawrence Lake Ln, Brownsville, MN 55919

    Boat ramp

Garrison 1

  1. Terry's Boat Harbor

    6546 US-169, Garrison, MN 56450

    Fri-Sat 6am-9pm, Sun 6am-8pm

    Boat ramp

Hastings 1

  1. Hub's Yacht Club & Marina

    6 Spiral View Loop Rd, Hastings, MN 55033

    Transient slipsBoat rampBoat rentals

Inver Grove Heights 1

  1. Castaways Marina, Inc

    6140 Doffing Ave E, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076

    Boat ramp

Lakeland 1

  1. Beanie's Marina

    16777 7th St N, Lakeland, MN 55043

Prior Lake 1

  1. Knotty Oar Marina

    15862 Eagle Creek Ave NE, Prior Lake, MN 55372

    Boat ramp

St Paul 1

  1. Watergate Marina

    2500 Crosby Farm Rd, St Paul, MN 55116

    Boat ramp

Winona 1

  1. Winona Marina

    16 Laird St, Winona, MN 55987

    Boat ramp
Verify water levels before heading out: Shallow coastal ramps or inland lake launches can become unusable during low tide or seasonal reservoir drawdowns.

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Good to know

How much does it cost to use a boat launch ramp?

Daily launch fees at US marinas typically range from $5 to $25 for standard trailered boats, while seasonal annual passes cost between $50 and $200. State-managed DNR launches may require specific vehicle access permits or watercraft registration decals rather than on-site cash payments.

Are boat launch ramps available on a first-come, first-served basis?

Most public and marina ramps operate without reservations, though high-traffic locations may enforce online booking systems during summer holiday weekends. Popular launches often experience 20- to 45-minute wait times during peak morning hours between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

What are the parking requirements for vehicle and boat trailer rigs?

Designated pull-through trailer parking spots generally cost $10 to $30 per day when not included in the launch fee. Overnight parking usually requires advance registration with marina staff and carries additional charges ranging from $15 to $40 per night.

How to shrink wrap a boat?

To shrink wrap a boat, cover support structures with protective padding, lay the shrink film across the hull, heat-shrink it with a heat gun, and add ventilation ports. For large vessels or professional weatherproofing in Minnesota, check the 14 marine service providers cataloged on MarinaAtlas.

What is a marine survey?

A marine survey is a detailed inspection of a boat's hull, mechanical systems, and overall condition conducted by a certified surveyor. Across Minnesota, MarinaAtlas indexes 14 qualified marine operators and survey specialists to assist buyers and insurance companies.