Located on Big Six Mile Creek in Town of Grand Island, 11.7 miles from Buffalo. Rated 5.0/5 from 2 Google reviews. Public access.
The 10 Best Boat Ramps Near Buffalo, NY (2026)
We ranked every boat ramp within 50 miles of Buffalo by real boater reviews. The top pick: Big Six Mile Creek State Park Boat Launch in Town of Grand Island, rated 5.0/5 from 2 Google reviews (11.7 miles out). 30+ launches mapped in the area, across 5 waterbodies.
Located on Erie Canal/Tonawanda Creek in City of Tonawanda, 8.7 miles from Buffalo. Rated 4.8/5 from 46 Google reviews.
Located on Niagara River (upper) in City of North Tonawanda, 11.6 miles from Buffalo. Rated 4.7/5 from 39 Google reviews. Public access.
★ 4.7/5 (39)11.6 mi from BuffaloNiagara River (upper)public accessDetails, conditions & directions →
Located on Erie Canal/Tonawanda Creek in Town of Tonawanda, 10.0 miles from Buffalo. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.6/5 across 1,849 Google reviews. Public access.
★ 4.6/5 (1849)10.0 mi from BuffaloErie Canal/Tonawanda Creekpublic accessDetails, conditions & directions →
Located on Lake Erie in Buffalo, 0.5 miles from Buffalo. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.6/5 across 1,692 Google reviews. Private facility — fees or membership may apply.
Located on Erie Canal/Tonawanda Creek in Town of Pendleton, 11.8 miles from Buffalo. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.6/5 across 276 Google reviews. Private facility — fees or membership may apply.
★ 4.6/5 (276)11.8 mi from BuffaloErie Canal/Tonawanda Creekprivate accessDetails, conditions & directions →
Located on Erie Canal/Tonawanda Creek in Town of Tonawanda, 9.4 miles from Buffalo. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.5/5 across 286 Google reviews.
Located on Niagara River (upper) in Town of Tonawanda, 5.8 miles from Buffalo. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.5/5 across 154 Google reviews.
Located on Niagara River (upper) in Town of Grand Island, 6.3 miles from Buffalo. Rated 4.5/5 from 86 Google reviews. Private facility — fees or membership may apply.
★ 4.5/5 (86)6.3 mi from BuffaloNiagara River (upper)private accessDetails, conditions & directions →
Located on Erie Canal/Tonawanda Creek in City of North Tonawanda, 9.4 miles from Buffalo. Rated 4.5/5 from 13 Google reviews. Public access.
★ 4.5/5 (13)9.4 mi from BuffaloErie Canal/Tonawanda Creekpublic accessDetails, conditions & directions →
Complete Rankings: Top 21 Near Buffalo
| Rank | Name | City | Rating | Reviews | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Big Six Mile Creek State Park Boat Launch | Town of Grand Island | 5.0/5 | 2 | 11.7 mi |
| 2 | Tonawanda Rails to Trails | City of Tonawanda | 4.8/5 | 46 | 8.7 mi |
| 3 | Gratwick Park Boat Launch | City of North Tonawanda | 4.7/5 | 39 | 11.6 mi |
| 4 | Ellicott Creek Park | Town of Tonawanda | 4.6/5 | 1849 | 10.0 mi |
| 5 | Erie Basin Marina | Buffalo | 4.6/5 | 1692 | 0.5 mi |
| 6 | West Canal Park & Marina | Town of Pendleton | 4.6/5 | 276 | 11.8 mi |
| 7 | Mayors Park | Town of Tonawanda | 4.5/5 | 286 | 9.4 mi |
| 8 | Aqua Lane Park | Town of Tonawanda | 4.5/5 | 154 | 5.8 mi |
| 9 | Beaver Island Marina | Town of Grand Island | 4.5/5 | 86 | 6.3 mi |
| 10 | Service Drive Boat Launch | City of North Tonawanda | 4.5/5 | 13 | 9.4 mi |
| 11 | Black Rock Canal Park | Buffalo | 4.4/5 | 273 | 4.4 mi |
| 12 | West Side Rowing Club | Buffalo | 4.4/5 | 58 | 1.6 mi |
| 13 | Eastern Park Canoe And Kayak Launch | Tonawanda city | 4.4/5 | 57 | 9.0 mi |
| 14 | Woods Creek Kayak Launch | Town of Grand Island | 4.4/5 | 39 | 12.7 mi |
| 15 | Tow Path Park | Buffalo | 4.3/5 | 240 | 4.0 mi |
| 16 | Red Jacket River Front Park | Buffalo | 4.3/5 | 203 | 2.1 mi |
| 17 | Sheridan Boat Launch | Town of Tonawanda | 4.3/5 | 63 | 5.9 mi |
| 18 | Kayak Launch Ohio ST | Buffalo | 4.3/5 | 43 | 1.5 mi |
| 19 | LaSalle Park Picnic Shelters | Buffalo | 4.1/5 | 104 | 0.7 mi |
| 20 | Riverside Park Motel and Campground | Niagara Falls | 4.0/5 | 255 | 10.1 mi |
| 21 | Harlem Road Fishing Access & Boat Launch | West Seneca town | 3.9/5 | 34 | 4.6 mi |
Buffalo Boat Ramp FAQ
What is the best boat ramp near Buffalo?▾
Big Six Mile Creek State Park Boat Launch in Town of Grand Island is the highest-rated boat ramp near Buffalo, with a 5.0/5 Google rating from 2 reviews, 11.7 miles from the city center on Big Six Mile Creek.
How many boat ramps are near Buffalo?▾
BoatLaunchMap tracks 30+ boat ramps within 50 miles of Buffalo, New York. 9 of the top-rated launches offer public access.
What waterbodies can I launch on near Buffalo?▾
Top-rated launches near Buffalo put you on Big Six Mile Creek, Erie Canal/Tonawanda Creek, Niagara River (upper), Lake Erie, Buffalo River.