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Boat Ramps in Missouri

Discover 664 public boat launches, ramps, and marina access points throughout Missouri. Find the perfect launch site for your next boating adventure.

664
Total Boat Ramps
Stone County
29 ramps - Most in County
131
Counties Covered

Missouri Boating - The Ozarks and Two Great Rivers

Missouri sits at the confluence of two of North America's greatest rivers - the Missouri and the Mississippi - and the state has significant river boating culture along both corridors. But for most recreational boaters, the Lake of the Ozarks is the gravitational center of Missouri boating, and it has been for generations.
Lake of the Ozarks is one of the most heavily boated lakes in the country per shoreline mile during summer weekends. The coves fill with houseboats, party barges, ski boats, and every other configuration of recreational vessel, and the main channel sees boat traffic that can feel almost urban. It's a great lake for the social experience of summer boating, but if you're looking for a quiet fishing trip on a Saturday in July, this isn't the place.
Table Rock Lake near Branson on the Arkansas border is the better option for clear water and less congestion, at least relative to the Ozarks. It's a gorgeous lake with good bass fishing and ramp access managed by the Corps.
The Current River and Jack's Fork in the Ozarks are float trip country rather than powerboat water, but they represent an important piece of Missouri's water recreation culture and draw significant canoe and kayak traffic in season.
Missouri's registration requirements are standard for the region, and the DNR manages public access across the state with reasonable ramp infrastructure at most major lakes.

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Featured Boat Ramps in Missouri

Browse by County

Stone County

29 ramps

Wayne County

21 ramps

Monroe County

16 ramps

Camden County

15 ramps

Franklin County

13 ramps

Jackson County

13 ramps

St. Louis County

13 ramps

Benton County

13 ramps

Vernon County

12 ramps

Hickory County

12 ramps

Cedar County

11 ramps

Taney County

11 ramps

Henry County

11 ramps

Butler County

11 ramps

Ozark County

10 ramps

DeKalb County

10 ramps

Pike County

10 ramps

St. Clair County

9 ramps

Crawford County

9 ramps

Wayne

9 ramps

Mississippi County

8 ramps

Morgan County

8 ramps

Boone County

8 ramps

Platte County

8 ramps

Dade County

7 ramps

Cooper County

7 ramps

Dallas County

7 ramps

Cole County

7 ramps

Ralls County

7 ramps

Chariton County

7 ramps

Clay County

7 ramps

Barry County

7 ramps

Stone

7 ramps

Cedar

7 ramps

Newton County

6 ramps

Pemiscot County

6 ramps

Laclede County

6 ramps

Miller County

6 ramps

Osage County

6 ramps

St. Charles County

6 ramps

Howard County

6 ramps

Lafayette County

6 ramps

Macon County

6 ramps

Linn County

6 ramps

Benton

6 ramps

McDonald County

5 ramps

Texas County

5 ramps

Cape Girardeau County

5 ramps

Johnson County

5 ramps

Clinton County

5 ramps

Andrew County

5 ramps

Nodaway County

5 ramps

Randolph County

5 ramps

Callaway County

5 ramps

Adair County

5 ramps

Jefferson County

5 ramps

Hickory

5 ramps

Greene County

4 ramps

Polk County

4 ramps

Barton County

4 ramps

Dunklin County

4 ramps

Madison County

4 ramps

Pulaski County

4 ramps

Gasconade County

4 ramps

Montgomery County

4 ramps

Scotland County

4 ramps

Lewis County

4 ramps

Holt County

4 ramps

Ralls

4 ramps

Christian County

3 ramps

Jasper County

3 ramps

Stoddard County

3 ramps

Bollinger County

3 ramps

St. Francois County

3 ramps

Perry County

3 ramps

Bates County

3 ramps

Maries County

3 ramps

Dent County

3 ramps

Daviess County

3 ramps

Buchanan County

3 ramps

Audrain County

3 ramps

Harrison County

3 ramps

Saline County

3 ramps

Putnam County

3 ramps

Marion County

3 ramps

Carroll County

3 ramps

Livingston County

3 ramps

Ray County

3 ramps

Schuyler County

3 ramps

Atchison County

3 ramps

Reynolds County

3 ramps

Barry

3 ramps

Reynolds

3 ramps

Dade

3 ramps

Shannon

3 ramps

Carter County

2 ramps

Wright County

2 ramps

New Madrid County

2 ramps

Scott County

2 ramps

Phelps County

2 ramps

Ripley County

2 ramps

Cass County

2 ramps

Sullivan County

2 ramps

Clark County

2 ramps

Mercer County

2 ramps

Gentry County

2 ramps

Lawrence County

2 ramps

Pettis County

2 ramps

Shannon County

2 ramps

Carter

2 ramps

Henry

2 ramps

Howell County

1 ramp

Oregon County

1 ramp

Ste. Genevieve County

1 ramp

Moniteau County

1 ramp

Worth County

1 ramp

Knox County

1 ramp

Shelby County

1 ramp

Lincoln County

1 ramp

Caldwell County

1 ramp

Washington County

1 ramp

Iron

1 ramp

Marion

1 ramp

Ozark

1 ramp

Monroe

1 ramp

Douglas

1 ramp

Taney

1 ramp

Ripley

1 ramp

Oregon

1 ramp

Texas

1 ramp

Butler

1 ramp

About Boating in Missouri

Missouri offers excellent boating opportunities with 664 boat ramps across the state. Whether you're looking to launch on lakes, rivers, or coastal waters, our directory helps you find the perfect access point for your watercraft.

Finding the Right Boat Ramp

When selecting a boat ramp in Missouri, consider these factors:

  • Number of launch lanes to avoid congestion during peak times
  • Parking availability for vehicles and boat trailers
  • Launch fees - many public ramps are free to use
  • Ramp surface condition (concrete, asphalt, or gravel)
  • Hours of operation and seasonal accessibility
  • Nearby amenities like restrooms, fish cleaning stations, and bait shops

Explore All Ramps Below

Browse our complete directory of boat ramps in Missouri below. Use the filters to narrow your search by county or specific features you need.

Louisiana Access

Provides access to Mississippi River. Located in Louisiana, MO. Public access.

Oneill Creek

Provides access to Mississippi River. Located in Pike County. Public access.

Red Star Access

Provides access to Mississippi River. Located in Cape Girardeau, MO. Public access.

Hide-A-Way Harbor

Provides access to Mississippi River. Located in St. Charles County. Public access.

Archangel Access

Provides access to Chariton River. Located in Schuyler County. Public access.

Hide-A-Way Harbor

Provides access to Mississippi River. Located in St. Charles County. Public access.

Higginsville City Lake

Provides access to Higginsville City Lake. Located in Lafayette County. Public access.

Higginsville City Lake

Provides access to Higginsville City Lake. Located in Lafayette County. Public access.

Smack-Out Access

Provides access to Shoal Creek. Located in Newton County. Public access.

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