You'll find Thames River Boat Launch (New London) in New London. It's a public boat ramp. Launching at Thames River Boat Launch (New London) is free. From Hartford it's roughly 41 miles in a straight line. Closest alternative: Thames River Boat Launch in New London (under 1 mile).
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | New London, CT |
| Water | Thames River |
| Surface | concrete |
| Launch fee | free |
Rules and closures near New London: Connecticut DEEP Boating Division.
Thames River Boat Launch (New London) is one of 3 public launches on Thames River. Boat ramps on Thames River
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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Thames River Boat Launch (New London) is in New London, Connecticut. Open the map link to see where Thames River Boat Launch (New London) sits on the shore.
It gives you access to Thames River.
Launching at Thames River Boat Launch (New London) costs nothing, going by the map data.
Usually yes, as long as you keep the lane at Thames River Boat Launch (New London) clear for trailers. The nearest dedicated kayak launch is Kayak Landing in Mystic in Mystic, about 8.1 miles away.
Thames River Boat Launch in New London (under 1 mile), Bayberry Lane Boat Launch in Groton (3.4 miles) and Montville Boat Launch in Gales Ferry (4.8 miles).
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