Point Defiance Park Boat Ramp gives you public access to the water in Tacoma, WA. The map data shows 4 launch lanes, which helps on busy weekends. If it's full, Randall Drive NW Public Boat Launch in Gig Harbor is 3.9 miles away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Tacoma, WA |
| Park | Point Defiance Park |
| Ramps | 4 launch lanes in the map data |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Read more: How to launch a boat from a trailer, plus ramp etiquette.
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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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Point Defiance Park Boat Ramp is in Tacoma, Washington. The directions button above routes you to the pin for Point Defiance Park Boat Ramp.
We don't have fee information for Point Defiance Park Boat Ramp, but many city and county ramps are free, while state parks and Corps lakes often charge.
Generally yes. Unload away from the lane and launch quickly. The nearest dedicated kayak launch is Dick Gilmur Shoreline and Kayak Launch in Tacoma, about 4.8 miles away.
Randall Drive NW Public Boat Launch in Gig Harbor (3.9 miles), Sea Cliff Country & Riding Club Beach Park Boat Ramp in Gig Harbor (4 miles) and Wollochet Harbor Club Boat Launch in Gig Harbor (4.5 miles).
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