Chippawa Boat Ramp
Niagara Falls, Ontario · Welland River
Launch Details
| Address | Willoughby Dr, Chippawa ON |
| Water Body | Welland River |
| Ramp Surface | Concrete |
| Lanes | 1 |
| Fee | Free |
| Access | Public |
| Season | may-oct |
| GPS | 43.0606° N, 79.0472° W |
About This Launch
Above the falls on the Welland River.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chippawa Boat Ramp free to use?+
Yes, Chippawa Boat Ramp is a free public boat launch. No fee is required to use the ramp. Parking availability may vary — check local signage on arrival.
Does Chippawa Boat Ramp have a dock?+
Chippawa Boat Ramp is a launch-only facility with no permanent dock. Bring enough crew to quickly clear the ramp after launching. A friend can hold the boat while you park the trailer.
What water body does Chippawa Boat Ramp access?+
Chippawa Boat Ramp provides launch access to Welland River. Always check Environment Canada's marine forecast before launching — conditions can change quickly, especially on the Great Lakes.
Where is Chippawa Boat Ramp located?+
Chippawa Boat Ramp is located at Willoughby Dr, Chippawa ON. GPS coordinates: 43.0606° N, 79.0472° W.
24-Hour Wave Forecast
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Official Forecast
Environment Canada · Lake Ontario
Lac Ontario Est
Today Tonight and Friday.
Wind light becoming southeast 15 knots near noon then diminishing to south 10 this evening. Wind veering to west 10 early Friday morning then increasing to west 15 near noon Friday. Wind diminishing to southwest 10 Friday evening.
Scattered showers this afternoon tonight and Friday. Risk of thunderstorms today and tonight and Friday afternoon and evening. Fog patches forming near noon.
Lac Ontario Ouest
Today Tonight and Friday.
Wind east 10 knots becoming light near midnight then becoming west 10 early Friday morning. Wind becoming light Friday evening.
Scattered showers ending Friday morning with a risk of thunderstorms. Fog patches.
Extended Outlook
Saturday
Wind light.
Sunday
Wind light.
Monday
Wind light.
Not for navigation. Verify official charts and local conditions.
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