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Saugatuck River Boat Launch

Westport

A view from the Saugatuck River boat launch.

Site Sketch of the Saugatuck River Boat Launch

Type: Trailered
Season: Year round
Address: Elaine Road, Westport
Directions: Under I-95 on the east side of river. Route 136 to Compo Road, take first right to launch.
Regulations: Saugatuck River, Bermuda Lagoon, Shorehaven Marsh, harbors, and congested areas - 5 MPH limit. No waterskiing or surf-boarding in any channel.
Fishing Regulations: Saltwater Fishing Guide (ct.gov) / Freshwater Fishing Guide (ct.gov)
Docks: None
Toilets: Chemical (Seasonal)
Parking Spaces: 25
Parking Surface: Paved
Access Road Surface: Paved
Ramp Surface: Concrete Slab

ADA Accessible: 

No 
Additional Info: Schedule of Marine Events and Fishing Tournaments (ct.gov), (Note: tournaments are not open to the general public)

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The entrance to the Saugatuck River boat launch.
Entrance

The access road to the Saugatuck River boat launch.
Access Road

The turning area of the Saugatuck River boat launch.
Turning Area

The ramp of the Saugatuck River boat launch.
Ramp

The parking area for the Saugatuck River boat launch.
Parking

Boat Launches in Connecticut

Content Last Updated on January 31, 2023