Boat Launches

Bobs Lake Boat Launch (address: 460 Steele Road) provides access to the lake from a vehicle-accessible gravel ramp with a turnaround area at the top. The natural shoreline offers simple staging space for one or two boats.
This location is best suited to kayaks, canoes, and small motorized boats such as jon boats or skiffs. Parking is available in an unmarked roadside-area lot approximately 100 to 200 feet from the water.

Site features:

• Vehicle-accessible gravel ramp
• Turnaround area
• Natural shoreline staging area
• Parking near the launch

Visitor notes:

• Parking spaces are unmarked
• Ramp conditions and water access may vary with weather and water levels
• Please keep the launch and access route clear for other users

Buck Lake Boat Launch (address: 7930 Perth Road) features a vehicle-accessible ramp with gravel and asphalt surfaces. A small fixed dock on the north side of the launch provides a convenient space for boat staging and securing watercraft. The launch is suitable for kayaks, canoes, and small motorized boats such as jon boats or skiffs. Informal roadside parking is available, including limited space for trailers.

Site features:

• Vehicle-accessible gravel and asphalt ramp
• Turnaround area
• Fixed dock with cleats
• Limited trailer parking
• On-site information board and posted parking restrictions

Visitor notes:

• Parking is limited and primarily parallel along the roadside
• Please observe all posted no-parking areas and avoid blocking the road or launch access.
• Use caution when launching, particularly where the ramp surface is uneven

Canoe Lake Boat Launch (Address: End of James Wilson Road) provides access from a vehicle-accessible gravel ramp with a turnaround area. The launch is most appropriate for kayaks and canoes.
There is no designated parking area at this location. Visitors should plan ahead, park only where permitted, and ensure that road access remains clear.

Site features:

• Vehicle-accessible gravel ramp
• Turnaround area
• Suitable for kayak and canoe launching

Visitor notes:

• No designated parking is available
• Ramp conditions can be affected by mud, changing water levels and seasonal conditions
• This location is best used by visitors who are comfortable with a basic, informal launch setting

Desert Lake Boat Launch (address: 2460 Desert Lake Road) provides trailer-accessible water access from a short gravel and paver ramp. A fixed-floating wooden dock on the north side offers convenient staging space for several boats.
The site is suitable for kayaks, canoes, and small motorized boats such as jon boats or skiffs. Informal roadside parking is available, including limited space for trailers.

Site features:

• Vehicle-accessible gravel and paver ramp
• Fixed-floating dock with cleats
• Staging area for multiple boats
• Limited trailer parking
• Posted parking restrictions

Visitor notes:

• Parking is informal and limited
• Please follow posted no-parking restrictions and keep roadside access clear
• The ramp has a gentle slope; take care when launching and retrieving larger watercraft

Devil Lake Boat Launch (address: 8771 Perth Road) provides access from a vehicle-accessible gravel ramp. The site includes a natural shoreline staging area for one boat at a time. The launch is suitable for stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, canoes, and small motorized boats such as jon boats or skiffs. Informal roadside parking is available, with space for both vehicles and trailers.

Site features:

• Vehicle-accessible gravel ramp
• Natural shoreline staging area
• Informal roadside parking
• Space for trailer parking
• Site information board

Visitor notes:

• Parking spaces are informal and unmarked
• Mud and changing water conditions can affect ramp use
• Allow extra time during busy periods and keep the ramp clear for other users

Dog Lake Boat Launch (address: 1837 Wellington Street) on Wellington Street is a larger public launch with a vehicle-accessible gravel ramp, dock-supported staging space, and a designated parking area.
The launch can accommodate stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, canoes, and small motorized boats such as jon boats or skiffs. The shoreline staging area includes docks, cleats and tie-down rings, with space for several boats.

Site features:

• Vehicle-accessible gravel ramp
• Shoreline staging area with docks, cleats and tie-down rings
• Short-term spaces near the ramp
• Designated parking lot
• Trailer parking
• Safety, invasive species and trip-planning information

Visitor notes:

• The site is suitable for higher visitor volumes than many other Township launches
• Parking spaces are unmarked; please park efficiently and keep circulation routes open
• Use the short-term spaces near the ramp only for loading, unloading and launch preparation

Dog Lake Boat Launch (address: 1830 Hitchcock Drive) at Maple Hill Estates provides access from a short, vehicle-accessible gravel ramp. A natural shoreline staging area accommodates one boat at a time.
This launch is suitable for stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, canoes, and small motorized boats such as jon boats or skiffs. Informal roadside and gravel turnout parking is available, including limited trailer parking.

Site features:

• Vehicle-accessible gravel ramp
• Natural shoreline staging area
• Informal roadside parking
• Gravel turnout with limited trailer parking
• Posted invasive species and boating information

Visitor notes:

• The ramp is relatively steep
• Parking is limited and spaces are unmarked
• Please park only where permitted and avoid blocking roads, private entrances or launch access

Dog Lake Boat Launch on Ormsbee Road (end of road) is a small public access site with a gravel ramp, natural beach staging area and turnaround space. The launch is suitable for stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, canoes, and small motorized boats such as jon boats or skiffs. Parking is informal and located along the roadside, with limited space for trailers.

Site features:

• Gravel ramp and natural beach launch area
• Turnaround area
• Land-based and in-water staging for one boat
• Informal roadside parking
• Limited trailer parking

Visitor notes:

• Parking is limited and is primarily parallel roadside parking
• Ramp conditions may be affected by mud and variable terrain
• This is a basic launch site; visitors should use caution and allow room for others to launch

Knowlton Lake Boat Launch (address: 5120 Knowlton Lake Road) provides access from a gentle, vehicle-accessible gravel ramp. A small fixed wooden dock on the south side supports boat staging and launch activities. The site is suitable for kayaks, canoes, and small motorized boats such as jon boats or skiffs. Informal roadside parking is available for vehicles and a limited number of trailers.

Site features:

• Vehicle-accessible gravel ramp
• Small fixed dock
• Land-based and in-water staging
• Informal roadside parking
• Limited trailer parking

Visitor notes:

• Parking is primarily parallel along the roadside and may be limited during busy periods
• Please observe no-parking signs and keep shoulders and travel lanes clear
• The launch accommodates one or two boats at a time

This Loughborough Lake Boat Launch (address: 5060 Lower Round Lake Road) provides a gentle gravel ramp and natural shoreline staging for one boat at a time. A turnaround area is available at the top of the ramp. The site is suitable for stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, canoes, rafts and drift boats.

Site features:

• Gravel ramp
• Turnaround area
• Natural shoreline staging
• Hand-launch and small-craft access

Visitor notes:

• There is no designated parking area at this location
• Visitors should park only where safe and permitted, without obstructing roadways or neighbouring properties
• The launch is best suited to smaller, portable watercraft

The Loughborough Lake Boat Launch at 2250 Battersea Water Street provides trailer-accessible water access from a gravel and paver ramp. A shoreline staging area includes dock infrastructure, cleats and tie-down rings for several boats. The launch is suitable for kayaks, canoes, and small motorized boats such as jon boats or skiffs.

Site features:

• Vehicle-accessible gravel and paver ramp
• Dock-side cleats and tie-down points
• Shoreline staging for multiple boats
• Posted parking restrictions
• Site information signage

Visitor notes:

• There is no designated parking lot at this location
• Do not park along the road where no-parking restrictions are posted
• Water depth and launch conditions can vary; use caution, particularly with trailered boats

The Loughborough Lake Boat Launch on Koen Road (address: 310 Koen Road) provides access from a short, vehicle-accessible gravel ramp with a natural beach staging area.
The site is suitable for kayaks, canoes, and small motorized boats such as jon boats or skiffs. Parking is limited to one or two informal roadside spaces near the water.

Site features:

• Vehicle-accessible gravel ramp
• Natural shoreline staging
• Limited roadside parking

Visitor notes:

• Parking is extremely limited
• The ramp surface is uneven in places; use caution when launching or retrieving watercraft
• This launch has limited capacity and may be unsuitable for larger trailers or busy periods

Sydenham Lake Boat Launch (address: 4410 Point Road) is a public, two-lane boat launch with a vehicle-accessible gravel and paver ramp. A fixed-floating dock on the north side provides a convenient area for docking and staging watercraft. The site is suitable for stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, canoes, and small motorized boats such as jon boats or skiffs. A designated parking lot provides space for vehicles and trailers.

Site features:

• Two-lane vehicle-accessible ramp
• Fixed-floating dock
• Shoreline staging area with docks, cleats and tie-down rings
• Designated parking lot
• Trailer parking

Visitor notes:

• Parking spaces are unmarked; please park efficiently and leave room for trailers to maneuver
• This site can support several boats staging at once
• Water conditions and ramp access may vary seasonally

Upper Rock Lake Boat Launch (address: 4151 Opinicon Road) is a small public access point with a gravel approach leading to a natural beach launch area. The site is suitable for stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, canoes, and small motorized boats such as jon boats or skiffs. The launch has room for one boat at a time and relies on natural shoreline staging. Parking is limited to a small number of informal roadside spaces.

Site features:

• Gravel approach to natural shoreline launch
• One-boat staging area
• Suitable for small watercraft
• Limited roadside parking
• Posted no-parking restrictions

Visitor notes:

• Parking is limited and roadside shoulders are not suitable for long-term parking
• The gravel ramp can be muddy depending on weather and water conditions
• Please respect posted restrictions and keep road access clear

Verona Lake Boat Launch on Salmon Drive (address: 4234 Salmon Drive) provides trailer-accessible water access from a single-lane gravel ramp. A turnaround area at the top of the ramp supports vehicle and trailer manoeuvring. The site is suitable for stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, canoes, and small motorized boats such as jon boats or skiffs. A designated gravel parking lot provides room for vehicles and trailers.

Site features:

• Vehicle-accessible single-lane gravel ramp
• Turnaround area
• Natural shoreline staging for one or two boats
• Designated parking lot
• Trailer parking

Visitor notes:

• Parking spaces are unmarked
• Mud and changing water conditions can affect the ramp surface
• Use caution around the traction grates at the water end of the ramp

Verona Lake Boat Launch on Water Street (address: 4278 Water Street) provides access from a single-lane gravel ramp. Short-term docks adjacent to the ramp support loading and launch activities. The site is suitable for stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, canoes, and small motorized boats such as jon boats or skiffs.

Site features:

• Vehicle-accessible gravel ramp
• Short-term dock access
• Single-lane launch
• Water access for small watercraft

Visitor notes:

• There is no designated parking area or trailer parking at this location
• No-parking restrictions apply along the roadside
• Ramp conditions can be affected by erosion, flooding and changing water levels
• This location may not be suitable for visitors requiring nearby parking or space to maneuver trailers

Wolfe Lake Boat Launch on Westport Road (address: 4041 Westport Road) provides access from a short, vehicle-accessible asphalt ramp. The site has a natural beach staging area for one boat at a time. The launch is suitable for stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, canoes, and small motorized boats such as jon boats or skiffs.

Site features: 

• Vehicle-accessible asphalt ramp
• Natural shoreline staging
• Posted safety, resource protection and invasive species information

Visitor notes:

• There is no designated parking area at this location
• Do not park on roadside shoulders where restrictions apply
• The ramp surface is damaged near the water; use caution when launching and retrieving
• Water depth may be limited at the end of the ramp

Wolfe Lake Boat Launch on Hanna Road is a small public access site with a short gravel ramp and natural beach staging area. The launch supports trailer-assisted access and can accommodate one or two boats at a time. The site is suitable for pack rafts, stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, canoes, rafts and drift boats.

Site features:

• Gravel ramp
• Natural shoreline staging
• Short-term spaces near the ramp
• Suitable for small and portable watercraft

Visitor notes:

• There is no designated trailer parking
• Informal roadside parking is limited and parking restrictions may apply
• The ramp surface may be affected by grass growth, flooding and changing water levels
• Water depth may be limited near the end of the ramp

Kingsford Lake Boat Launch (address: 40 Kingsford Lake Dam Road) is a hand-launch access site with a short, steep gravel approach and natural shoreline staging. It is intended for portable watercraft rather than trailer launches. The site is suitable for pack rafts, stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, canoes, rafts and drift boats. A short developed trail connects the parking and staging area to the water.

Site features:

• Hand-launch access
• Natural shoreline staging for one boat
• Developed access trail
• Small gravel parking turnout
• Limited trailer parking space

Visitor notes:

• The approach to the water is steep and not suitable for backing a trailer into the lake
• Visitors must carry watercraft to the launch area
• Parking is very limited; please do not block the roadway or access trail.

Little Long Lake Water Access Point (address: 5700 Bedford Road) is a hand-launch site with natural shoreline access. It is intended for kayaks and canoes. Visitors must carry boats from the parking turnout to the shoreline. The site has a natural beach staging area and a user-created access trail.

Site features:

• Hand-launch access
• Natural shoreline staging
• Suitable for kayaks and canoes
• Small gravel parking turnout

Visitor notes:

• There is no formal launch ramp or trailer access
• The water’s edge includes a drop that can make launching more difficult
• Parking is limited to two or three unmarked spaces
• Conditions may be affected by potholes in the parking area and overgrown vegetation near the shoreline

Mitchell Creek Water Access Point (address: 7880 Canoe Lake Road) is a hand-launch site with a natural surface trail leading to the water. It is designed for portable watercraft, particularly kayaks and canoes.
Visitors carry boats approximately 50 to 100 feet from the roadside parking area to the shoreline. The site has space for one boat at a time.

Site features:

• Hand-launch access
• Natural surface trail to the water
• Natural shoreline staging
• Limited informal roadside parking
• Low-clearance hazard marker nearby

Visitor notes:

• There is no formal boat ramp and no trailer access
• Visitors must carry watercraft to the water
• Parking is limited to a small number of informal roadside spaces
• Use caution around the low-clearance structure and uneven shoreline access

Napanee River Water Access Point (address: 1025 River Road) provides a basic access point from a short, vehicle-accessible gravel ramp and natural shoreline staging area. A turnaround at the top of the ramp supports vehicle maneuvering. The site is suitable for kayaks and canoes. It is not designed for backing trailers into the water.

Site features:

• Vehicle-accessible gravel approach
• Natural shoreline launch area
• Turnaround area
• Hand-launch access for kayaks and canoes

Visitor notes:

• Trailers cannot enter the water at this site
• There is no designated parking area
• Roadside parking may be limited; do not obstruct traffic or private access
• Flooding, erosion and seasonal conditions can affect ramp access

South Otter Lake Boat Launch provides access from a vehicle-accessible gravel ramp and natural shoreline staging area. The launch is intended for small watercraft, including kayaks and canoes.
Parking is limited, with a small number of informal spaces near the water and additional roadside parking that may be used where permitted.

Site features:

• Vehicle-accessible gravel ramp
• Natural shoreline staging
• Suitable for kayaks and canoes
• Limited informal parking

Visitor notes:

• Parking is limited and spaces are unmarked
• This is a basic launch site without dock infrastructure
• Please park carefully, avoid blocking the road, and allow room for others to access the launch