🌊 Bantam Lake
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CT's largest natural lake
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🌊 Bantam Lake
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Largest natural CT lake
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Stillwater Pond Boat Launch
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West Side Pond Boat Launch
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Winchester Lake Boat Launch
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🌊 Candlewood Lake
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CT's largest lake
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🌊 Candlewood Lake
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Largest CT lake north access
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🌊 Connecticut River
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Major river access
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🌊 Long Island Sound
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Sound beach access
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🌊 East Twin Lake
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Litchfield Hills
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🌊 Gardner Lake
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New London County
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🌊 Connecticut River
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Major river access
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🌊 Housatonic River
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Near Long Island Sound
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🌊 Lake Lillinonah
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Housatonic River pool
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🌊 Lake Lillinonah
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Housatonic impoundment
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🌊 Lake Zoar
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Housatonic River reservoir
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Car Top/Carry-In boats only
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🌊 Lieutenant River Boat
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Car Top/Carry-In boats only
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🌊 Long Island Sound
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Saltwater fishing access
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🌊 Messerschmidt Pond Boat
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Car Top/Carry-In boats only
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Bantam Lake Boat Launch
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🌊 Mystic River
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Historic seaport area
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Gravel
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Twin Lakes Boat Launch
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Bantam Lake Boat Launch
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🌊 Quaddick Reservoir Boat
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Open April through September; 8 am to sunset.
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🌊 Saugatuck River
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Fairfield County launch
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🌊 Squantz Pond
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Adjacent to Candlewood Lake
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🌊 Thames River
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Tidal river access
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🌊 Wintergreen Lake Boat
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Frequently Asked Questions — Boat Ramps in Connecticut
How many public boat ramps are in Connecticut? ▼
RampFinder lists 461 public boat ramps in Connecticut, including 446 free launches. We continuously add new ramps as we discover them.
Are there free boat ramps in Connecticut? ▼
Yes! 446 of our 461 listed ramps in Connecticut are completely free to use. Many are maintained by county, city, or state agencies.
What are the most popular fishing waters in Connecticut? ▼
The most popular waters with boat ramps include , Lake Lillinonah, Candlewood Lake, Long Island Sound, Connecticut River. Each offers public launch access for fishing and recreation.
Do I need a permit to launch a boat in Connecticut? ▼
Requirements vary by location. Some ramps are free, while state parks typically require entry fees. Always check local regulations. Many Army Corps of Engineers and municipal ramps are free to the public.