Leffingwell Landing
Boat ramp · Cambria
- Boat launch
- Kayak & SUP
- Tide pools
Why it's here: “Concrete ramp into the Pacific, free to use”
Boat launch ramps on the Central Coast
8 places · Updated automatically · Last reviewed October 29, 2026
Places on the Central Coast where you can launch a trailered boat, from Santa Cruz and Moss Landing to Morro Bay and Port San Luis. Dedicated ramps are listed first, then harbors and marinas with a public launch.
- Morro Bay Public Launch Ramp (Tidelands Park)
Boat ramp · Morro Bay
- Boat launch
- Pump-out
- Restrooms
Why it's here: “Two boarding floats; free launching” - Monterey Breakwater Launch Ramp
Boat ramp · Monterey
- Boat launch
- Fishing pier
- Fuel dock
Why it's here: “Public ramp with a boarding float at the Coast Guard Pier” - Monterey Harbor
Harbor · Monterey
Up to 60 ft · 30/50A power · Guest slips
- Boat launch
- Fishing
- Sailing
Why it's here: “Two public ramps beside the Harbormaster's office, free” - Santa Cruz Harbor
Harbor · Santa Cruz
30A power · Guest slips
- Boat launch
- Fuel dock
- Pump-out
Why it's here: “Daily launch permits cost $18” - Morro Bay Harbor
Harbor · Morro Bay
Guest slips
- Boat launch
- Fuel dock
- Pump-out
Why it's here: “Public ramp at the south end of the Embarcadero” - Moss Landing Harbor
Harbor · Moss Landing
Up to 150 ft · Guest slips
- Boat launch
- Fuel dock
- Pump-out
Why it's here: “4 lanes in the North Harbor, built 2007” - Port San Luis Harbor
Harbor · Avila Beach
Guest slips
- Boat launch
- Guest slips
- Restrooms
Why it's here: “Working pier with hoists #1-#4; hoist #1 is open to trailerable small craft”
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