Launch location and Fees

[Srthomas75]

still better than Rocky Point in Port Moody which i believe is now $48 to launch and park

Ouch. double ouch

 

[Grant_J]

Nanaimo - Brechin is free to launch, parking is $6.50 for the day. Also has a nice rinse down. 3 ramps with dock. Decent launch capability at lower tides
Ladysmith Fisherman's Wharf- free, parking is somewhat limited though. 3 ramps with dock. Decent launch capability at lower tides
Crofton - free, limited parking. 2 ramps with dock. Decent launch capability at lower tides
Cowichan Bay - free, decent parking but can drive you crazy when you see cars parked in the long spots that clearly say trailer parking only. 1 ramp with dock, 1 ramp without. Launch below 1.5m is not recommended for most bigger boats unless you like giving your tow vehicle a salty bath, plus you'll run out of ramp quickly.

 

[Eden Island]

Cattle Pt / Victoria - free launch and park but no finger float, so not suitable for bigger boats. Same as Island View, Tsartlip no longer available for public launching - unless its changed recently. James Bay Anglers - $10 with no finger float.

 

[Aces]

Silva bay put in a launch last year. $30 to use it and only open 930-430.

Brutal hours

 

[eroyd]

Mill Bay. Free. Shallow grade. At times you are better off to jackknife your trailer off the side to get the depth. Be prepared to get your feet wet. Not recommended for big or pretty boats.

No facilities at ramp, however the nearby marina has gas, cleaning station and attached restaurant. Full shopping 5 min walk.

 

[eroyd]

Cattle Pt / Victoria - free launch and park but no finger float, so not suitable for bigger boats. Same as Island View, Tsartlip no longer available for public launching - unless its changed recently. James Bay Anglers - $10 with no finger float.

Cattle: Have seen some pretty big boats taken in and out there. It is exposed and at times due to wear and tear can be hard on gelcoat. There is a second launch that is pretty good at mid to high tides. Popular park and scenic stop. Can be busy. No facilities except for portable outhouse.

 

[scott craven]

Cattle: Have seen some pretty big boats taken in and out there. It is exposed and at times due to wear and tear can be hard on gelcoat.

If your boat is pretty, this ramp can change it....

 

[terrin]

Vanier in Vancouver is $32

And from my experience last year you can’t even park for multiple days if you want to do a weekender up to pender harbour or gulf islands.

 

[Broadwater]

Can anyone tell me what the parking situation is for a truck and trailer at Discovery Harbour boat launch in Campbell River? Is there usually enough parking mid week? I'm thinking about launching there Monday and leaving the truck and trailer for a few days.

 

[Timecrunch]

Can anyone tell me what the parking situation is for a truck and trailer at Discovery Harbour boat launch in Campbell River? Is there usually enough parking mid week? I'm thinking about launching there Monday and leaving the truck and trailer for a few days.

It’s 15 to launch, 5 for day parking, and 15 for overnight parking. I drove through on Friday and the lot was 75% full mid day

 

[Broadwater]

It’s 15 to launch, 5 for day parking, and 15 for overnight parking. I drove through on Friday and the lot was 75% full mid day

Thanks for the info