Louis Park Boat Launch (closed)

Boat ramp·Stockton·Sacramento Delta·No reviews yet

Status: Temporarily closed since June 21, 2023
Reason: Smith Canal Gate flood-protection project
Planned: New low-freeboard dock for paddle craft
Address: 125 Bridge Pl., Stockton, CA 95202

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About this boat ramp

Status: temporarily closed. The City of Stockton closed the Louis Park boat launch on June 21, 2023, for the Smith Canal Gate flood-protection project, and it hasn't announced a reopening date.

What's next

The city has filed plans to replace the old boarding float and gangway with a low-freeboard dock for kayaks, canoes and other non-motorized boats, plus an accessible walkway and parking. No construction schedule has been posted.

Launching nearby

While Louis Park is closed, launching at Morelli Park downtown is free. Buckley Cove is also open.

Getting there & access

Boating status

The ramp and dock are closed. Check the City of Stockton marinas page before you go.

Nearby options

Morelli Park launch downtown is free during the closure, and Buckley Cove is open daily.

Nearby launches: Morelli Park (free for now), Buckley Cove

Rules & official resources

Louis Park launch closed for the Smith Canal Gate Projectstocktonca.gov ↗

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Questions boaters ask

No. It has been closed since June 21, 2023, for the Smith Canal Gate project.

The city plans a new dock for kayaks and other paddle craft but hasn't set a date.

Morelli Park is free during the closure, and Buckley Cove is open.

Sources: stocktonca.gov · ceqanet.lci.ca.gov · Last checked Oct 11, 2026 ·