Barge Ramp, a public boat ramp on Cottonwood Cove, is located in Friday Harbor. From Everett it's roughly 65 miles in a straight line. The next public ramp is San Juan County Park Boat Ramp in Friday Harbor, about 8.8 miles away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Friday Harbor, WA |
| Water | Cottonwood Cove |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Closures and rules for Barge Ramp: Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.
More in our guide: How to launch a boat from a trailer.
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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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Barge Ramp is in Friday Harbor, Washington. The directions button above routes you to the pin for Barge Ramp.
Cottonwood Cove, in Friday Harbor.
Our data does not say whether Barge Ramp charges, so look for a pay box or posted fees at the entrance.
Yes in most cases. At busy times, wait for a gap between trailers at Barge Ramp. The nearest dedicated kayak launch is Eastsound Village Green County Park Boat Ramp in Friday Harbor, about 12 miles away.
San Juan County Park Boat Ramp in Friday Harbor (8.8 miles), Eastsound Village Green County Park Boat Ramp in Friday Harbor (12 miles) and Jackson Beach Park Boat Ramp in Friday Harbor (12 miles).
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