Marinas & Boat Ramps · Seattle, WA

Marinas & Boat Ramps in Seattle

25 listings · ranked by rating & reviews · updated 2026

Marinas and boat ramps are the launch points and home base for anyone fishing from their own boat. Public boat ramps are often free or charge a small launch or parking fee, while full-service marinas add slips, fuel docks, bait, pump-outs and sometimes a shop or restaurant. If you trailer a boat, the ramp is where the day starts - and details like ramp condition, tide access, parking for trailers and hours matter as much as anything. Facilities and fees vary a lot from a simple concrete ramp to a large marina, so it helps to know what a location offers before you arrive. The listings here help you find ramps and marinas by city and state.

Below are 25 marinas & boat ramps listings in Seattle, WA, ranked by Google review volume so you can start with the most established options and contact them directly. The most-reviewed is Golden Gardens Park (4.7★, 8,938 Google reviews).

Typical pricing in Seattle

Typical Seattle charter pricing: roughly $500-$1,500 - a shared salmon or bottomfish day at the low end, a private or specialty (halibut) full-day charter at the top. Confirm the all-in rate and the open season with the operator.

See our full guide to fishing in Seattle for neighborhoods, local pricing and how to choose.

Top marinas & boat ramps listings in Seattle

FAQ

Marinas & Boat Ramps in Seattle - common questions

How many marinas & boat ramps are there in Seattle? +

Lure Compass lists 25 listings for marinas & boat ramps in Seattle, WA.

Who has the best-rated marinas & boat ramps in Seattle? +

By Google review volume, Golden Gardens Park is the most-reviewed marinas & boat ramps listing in Seattle (4.7★, 8,938 reviews). Rankings follow review count, not paid placement.

Are public boat ramps free? +

Many public boat ramps are free to use, though some charge a launch fee or require paid trailer parking, and busy ramps can fill up early on weekends. Fees and hours vary by location and managing agency - confirm before you tow your boat out.

What is the difference between a boat ramp and a marina? +

A boat ramp is a launch point for trailered boats - often just a concrete ramp and parking. A marina is a larger facility that may add slips, fuel, bait, pump-outs, repairs and a shop or restaurant. Some listings are ramps only, others full marinas, so check what each location offers.

How do I find a boat ramp or marina near me? +

Browse the ramps and marinas listed by city and state here to see nearby launch points and what facilities they offer. Because ramp condition, tide access and hours change, confirm current details with the marina or the agency that manages the ramp before your trip.

How much does a fishing charter cost in Seattle? +

Seattle charters typically run about $500-$1,500 - shared salmon and bottomfish days at the low end, private and halibut specialty charters at the top. Confirm the all-in price and the open season with the operator.

What can you catch out of Seattle? +

Puget Sound trips target salmon (several species by season), lingcod and bottomfish, with halibut and Dungeness crab in their seasons. Ask each operator which trip matches your dates and what is currently open.

Are salmon and halibut seasons restricted in Washington? +

Yes - Washington manages salmon and halibut fishing tightly by area and date, and openings change year to year. Always confirm the current season and area rules with the operator before booking.

Where do Seattle charters depart from? +

Charters run from Seattle, Everett and other Puget Sound ports, some to the San Juans. The ranked list below covers the area by review volume and rating.

Marinas & Boat Ramps in Seattle

Top marinas & boat ramps listings in Seattle

Golden Gardens Park

Lake Sammamish State Park

Angle Lake Park

City of Des Moines Marina

Shilshole Bay Marina

Fishermen's Terminal

Don Armeni Boat Ramp

Elliott Bay Marina Inc

Port of Brownsville

Carillon Point

Port of Edmonds

Stan Sayres Memorial Park

Port Orchard Marina

Atlantic City Boat Ramp

Bell Harbor Marina

Eddie Vine Boat Ramp

Lake Sammamish State Park Boat Launch

Suquamish Dock

Gasworks Park Marina

Port Orchard Boat Launch Ramp

Seattle Boat Company

Mercer Island Beach Club

Adams Street Hand-Carry Boat Launch

14th Avenue NW Boat Ramp

Magnuson Park Boat Launch

Marinas & Boat Ramps in Seattle - common questions