I BOAT NJProgramOn July 1, 2002, the New Jersey State FY 2003 Budget was approved,and included a boater registration fee increase. The Senate Budget andAppropriations Committee approved the fee increase outlined in AssemblyBill No. 2506 as part of an omnibus budget package.

Fees for the initial numbering of all vessels, and for each renewalcertificate issued thereto, were adjusted as follows:

All vessels less than 16 ft. - $12 per year;16 ft. or more but less than 26 ft. - $28 per year;26 ft. or more but less than 40 ft. - $52 per year;40 ft. or more but less than 65 ft. - $80 per year;65 ft. or more - $250 per year.

Pursuant to Section 12 of P.L. 1962, c.73 (C. 12:7-34.47) the revenuesderived from the fee increase were directed to I BOAT NJ, a programmanaged by the New JerseyDepartment of Transportation/Office ofMaritime Resources (NJDOT/OMR).Throughout New Jersey’s 127 miles ofcoastline, 1,792 miles of shoreline, andplentiful inland waterways, lakes, andbays, there are numerous opportunitiesideal in purpose and objective to fulfillthe goal of the dedication of boaterregistration fees.

The II BBOAT NNJ PProgram MMission SStatement

The I BOAT NJ Program provides grant funds to selected eligibleapplicants to promote, improve and enhance the marine industry in theState of New Jersey for the benefit of the general boating public.

I BOAT NJ Program InformationThings to Consider When Trailer BoatingBoat Ramp EtiquetteTen Checkpoints for Your TrailerBoating Safety Education & Minimum Mandatory RequirementsEquipment Required for Your BoatBoat Ramp Maintenance Permits for Wildlife Management RampsNew Jersey State Trailering LawsFish Smart, Eat SmartExercise Caution when Fishing near Shellfish Leases on Coastal BaysKeep New Jersey’s Waters Clean - Use PumpoutsReport Suspicious ActivitiesBoaters: Be Proactive - Clean MarinasResource DirectoryStop the Spread of Invasive Species!Commercial Vessel Traffic Warning!New Jersey Boat Ramps - New York to Cape MayNew Jersey Boat Ramps - Delaware River/BayPennsylvania Boat Ramps - Delaware River/BayAcknowledgments

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Things to ConsiderWhen Trailer Boating

Trailer boating is becoming more popular, allowing flexibility and accessibility tomany areas, especially where demand for dockage is at a premium.Successful trailering requires: proper trailer selection, proper trailer hitchselection, and an adequate towing vehicle.

PRE-LAUNCH CCHECKLISTThe most critical part of trailer boating is the launch. There are five steps thatneed to be completed before launching the boat:

Raise the lower motor or lower unit to avoid damage during launch;Release tie down lines except the bow winch;Secure fenders in place if they are necessary;Install the drain plug;Attach a line to the bow cleat or other location that can be used to secure the boat while parking.

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Boaters on land preparing to launch andthose on the water waiting to haul out needto cooperate to avoid accidents and reducewaiting times. New and experiencedboaters need a sense of “good seamanship” when interacting with one another atramps or on the open seas. Don’t forget to respect the facilities (i.e. restrooms,picnic areas, etc.) that you may use while at the ramp. Here are a few tips to follow:

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Parking is limited at some ramps. Contact the operator of the ramp for parking andother pertinent information.

Waiting in line or prior to backing down the boat ramp, is the perfect time to moveeverything from the tow vehicle that will go on board (i.e. coolers, clothing, equip-ment, etc.). If you wait until the boat is in the water it will increase the wait time forothers behind you.

Once the boat is in the water unhook it from the winch. While the person with youwalks the boat to the dock, move the tow vehicle and trailer up the ramp and parkin an appropriate area. This allows others behind you to access the ramp.

If you notice someone is having difficulty at the ramp, offer some assistance. If it isyour first time with a boat in tow, practice backing your boat and trailer betweenplastic cones or between a pair of parking spaces prior to arriving at the ramp.

If you are joining a friend on his or her boat and arrive in your own car, park itaway from the ramp in a standard parking area. The trailer parking spaces areonly for tow vehicles and trailers.

Have an established routine at the ramp. Knowing what needs to be done andhow it should be done reduces time spent at the ramp.

When you return to the boat ramp, drop off the person going to get the trailer to theramp and wait for them out on the water. When the trailer has been backed into

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the water, then bring your boat into position for retrieval.

After the boat is on the trailer, secure the safety chain to the bow eyeand move up the ramp away from other ramp traffic. Secure the tie-downs and place all equipment and coolers back into the tow vehicle.

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If a boat is passing you in a channel, slow down. Slowing down willallow the boat to get by more quickly.

When you are anchored close to other boats, allow enough room toswing without coming too close to the other boats at anchor in the eventof a wind shift.

The VHF radio is a great source of information. Use the radio when youneed to obtain important information and not just for chatting. Channel16 is used for initial contact between boats and for contacting the CoastGuard.Adapted from Boat US Trailering Magazine (BoatUS.com)

Ten Checkpoints For Your Trailer

Tires: Make sure to inflate tires to the proper PSI and inspect forspider web cracks on the sidewall. If cracks are present, replace thetires. The tire tread depth should not be less than 2/32”. Otherwise thetires are considered worn. Keep a spare tire. During the off seasontake the tires off the trailer and place it on blocks.

Frame: Inspect for corrosion and rust by crawling under the trailer.If necessary, sand to remove corrosion.

Lights: Plug the trailer into the tow vehicle’s electrical system andturn the vehicle on. Turn the lights on and look for any bulbs or lensesthat need to be replaced. Two persons are required to examine thetrailer’s brake lights and reverse lights. While one person depresses the

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brakes, the other inspects inspect the lights on the trailer.To check the reverse lights, place the vehicle in reverse andhave a second person look at the trailer lights to see if theyare working properly. Make sure you have the correctreplacement bulbs on hand.

Bunks/Rollers: Inspect the bunks for wear on thecarpeting or on the rubber padding beneath the carpet.Each roller should be turned individually to determinewhether it has become locked. Inspect the rollers for wearand make sure none have to be replaced. Poly rollersgenerally last longer than rubber rollers.

Safety Chains: Look for wear and inspect theS-hooks for possible bending. Replace S-hooks with

screw-pin shackles that have a wire running through the pin’s eye. Thisconnection is more reliable than the S-hooks.

Bearings: Inspect the grease in the hubs. If the trailer is winteredoutdoors, replace the grease. If the grease seal needs to be replaced, replaceit with a double lip seal. Look over the bottom of the boat inside the trailer tiresfor grease. If grease is present, the bearings need to be cleaned andreplaced.

Brakes: If you are not sure what to do, take the trailer to a dealer andhave an expert look them over. Inspect the fluid level in the master cylinder,and clear any debris around the cap before opening it, so that nothingcontaminates the fluid. If it is low, you may have to bleed the system toremove air from the lines. Pull the wheel and inspect the disc/drum to deter-mine if you need of new pads/shoes.

Tool Kit: Make sure your tool kit includes the proper wrenches,screwdrivers and a trailer jack that fits your trailer, as well as blocks that canprovide support for your tow vehicle’s rear wheels.

Winch: Inspect the cable to see if there are any broken wires or wornareas. Clean and lubricate the winch. Finally, make sure you have a strong tiedown for the bow and stern of the boat and that both are properly secured tothe trailer.

Hitch: Apply grease to the ball and inspect the hitch locking mechanism.

Adapted from Boat US Trailering Magazine (BoatUS.com)

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*Schedule for Completion of theMandatory Boating Safety Course

Boating Safety Education &Minimum MandatoryRequirements

You may operate any powervessel EXCEPT a personalwatercraft. To operate apersonal watercraft youmust complete a boatingsafety course and have aboating safety certificate.

You must completea boating safetycourse prior tooperating ANYpower vessel andhave a boatingsafety certificate.

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Persons born in 1959 or later must possess aBoating Safety Certificate by June 1, 2007.

Persons born in 1949 or later must possess aBoating Safety Certificate by June 1, 2008.

All persons who wish to operate a power vesselmust possess a Boating Safety Certificate byJune 1, 2009.

Where you born in1969 or later?*

See requirements forthose under age 16.

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Non-Tidal Boat License

You cannotoperate anypower vesselon NewJerseywaters.

No Non-Tidal BoatLicense required.

Non-tidal boatlicense required.

You may operate avessel powered solelyby an electric motoror a vessel 12 ft. longor longer with lessthan 10 horsepower.

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1. There are NO EXEMPTIONS to New Jersey age requirements.2. Out-of-state residents in New Jersey for less than 90 days with a certificate

issued by their state or country; OR written proof of completion of a substantially similar course to the NJ-approved course will satisfy the education requirements.

Boating Safety Course information may be located at cgaux.org usps.org boat.us.org

EXEMPTIONS1. Vessel powered by a motor less than 1 HP or 12-volt electric motor.2. Vessel 12 feet long or longer with less than 10 HP. 3. While competing in an authorized race pursuant to a permit issued by the

Division of State Police in the Department of Law & Public Safety.4. If the person is an out-of-state resident who has written proof of successful

completion of a course substantially similar to a NJ approved Boating SafetyCourse. A Boat License is separate from the boating safety certificate and isissued by the Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC).

Have youcompletedan approvedboating safetycourse?

Are you 13 years or older?

Does one of thebelow listedexemptions apply?

Are you going to boat onnon-tidal water (Water wherethe tide does not change)?

For more information on NewJersey’s boating laws and toobtain a copy of the State’sBoating Safety Handbook, contact thenearest NJ State Police unit or call 609-882-2000, ext. 6173 ordownload a copy of the manual online at njsp.org/maritimeClick on Public Information and then Boating Safety Manual. Beinformed. Take a boating safety course and be safe on the water.Consider wearing a PFD at all times. The new inflatable modelsmake this an easy and comfortable choice – for life. Forinformation on dates and locations of boating safety classes nearyou, call 800-336-BOAT.

Registering Your Boat: You must registeryour boat in New Jersey if you operate 180 days or more in theState – or if you rent, lease or maintain property for the storage ofyour vessel. Registration is conducted through the NJ MotorVehicle Commission at any of their office locations. Bring your titleand prior registration with you. If you have a personal watercraft(PWC), have a bill of sale from the previous owner, properly signedand notarized. The registration card must be carried in the boat orPWC at all times when in use. An insurance policy on your boat isnot required by law – but is always a good idea.

Proper Display of Letters andNumbers: Your letters and numbers must be block form(scripted lettering is not acceptable), a contrasting color, threeinches high and mounted on the forward half of the bow (or verticalstructure above the hull). They must read from left to right. Besure to leave a space between the NJ prefix, the four numbers andthe two-letter suffix. The registration decal, showing the expirationdate of your registration, always goes aft (behind the letters andnumbers) on each side of the boat, as follows:NJ 1234 AB (port side) - and - NJ 1234 AB (starboard side).

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Your boat must meet federal and state standards for equipment,including a wearable U.S. COAST GUARD APPROVED LIFEJACKET OR PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICE (PFD) (Type I, II, IIIor V) for each person on board. PFDs must be in good condition,properly fit each person on board and be readily accessible. All Type Vinflatable PFDs must be worn to be counted. Children who have not reached their

13th birthdays must wear PFDs at all times when the boat is underway. AllPWC operators and passengers must wear a Type I PFD when operatinga PWC. All persons engaged in watersports (water skiing, etc.) mustalso wear a Type III PFD.

� One Type IV THROWABLE PFD must be carried on boats 16’ or longer.

At least one USCG-APPROVED FIRE EXTINGUISHER with a B ratingis required on all boats with any enclosed compartment, includingPWCs. Boats over 26’ require 2 extinguishers, boats over 40’ require 3.

A SOUND-PRODUCING DEVICE (horn or whistle) is required; on PWCsa whistle is sufficient.

� NAVIGATION LIGHTS must be in good working condition and turned on from sunset to sunrise and during reduced visibility. PWCs do not have lights and may not operate between sunset and sunrise and during times of limited visibility.

US Coast Guard approved VISUAL DISTRESS SIGNALS must becarried on all coastal waters.

MUFFLERS must be installed and in good working condition.

Carburetor-type engines require BACKFIRE FLAME ARRESTORS.

Boats and PWCs towing water skiers must fly an ORANGE TRIANGULAR FLAGabove the highest point of the vessel.

New Jersey State Police requires of all boaters� Valid Registration� Registration number properly displayed� Validation decals properly displayed

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Boat Ramp MaintenancePermit for WildlifeManagement Area Ramps

Any vehicle used to transport or launch a vessel or waterconveyance at the Wildlife Management Areas (WMA) listedbelow must have a Boat Ramp Maintenance Permit or acopy of the applicant’s valid hunting, fishing, or trappinglicense affixed to the lower corner of the driver’s side rearwindow. Boat Ramp Maintenance Permits may be purchased for $15.00 from variousDivision offices. Permits may also be purchased through the mail from: N.J. Division ofFish and Wildlife, PO Box 400, Trenton, NJ 08625-0400, Attn: Boat Ramp Permit.

New Jersey State Trailering LawsMaximum Speed Limit: 55Maximum Dimensions for Trailer: 35’L x 8’W x 13’6”HMaximum Length with Trailer: 50’Minimum Weight requiring Separate Trailer Brakes: 3,000

Trailer Equipment Requirements

Safety Chains: YesBrake lights: YesTail Lights: YesClearance Lights: N/ALicense Light: YesTurn Signals: Yes

1. Round Valley Reservoir, Angler Access2. Kingwood Access, Delaware River3. Assunpink WMA, Assunpink Lake4. Assunpink WMA, Stone Tavern Lake5. Assunpink WMA, Rising Sun Lake6. Dennis Creek WMA, Dennis Creek7. Tuckahoe WMA, Tuckahoe River

8. Mad Horse Creek WMA, Mad Horse Creek

9. Union Lake WMA, Union Lake10. Menantico Ponds WMA, Menantico

Ponds11. Prospertown Lake WMA,

Prospertown Lake

Reflectors: YesFlares: N/ABreakaway Brakes: YesTiedowns: N/ATwo Trailers: NoInsurance: No

Wide Trailer Permit Phone Number: 609-633-9403 Permit Services: Interstate 800-251-5237

Transceiver 800-257-9003Zerofax 800-937-6329

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REDUCE EXPOSURE TO DIOXIN AND PCBS - Eat only the fillet!CLEANING FISH - Remove and discard the head, guts, kidneys and liver.Remove the “backstrap meat” along with the skin, lateral line and belly meat.COOKING FISH - Bake, broil, steam, fry or grill fish and throw away the cookingjuices. Use only fish fillets when preparing soups, stews and chowders.For more information on health advisories and reducing exposure visit www.fishsmarteatsmartnj.org or call 609-984-6070.

Fish Smart, Eat SmartEating fish is good for you, butsome fish and shellfish caught inNew Jersey could be contaminatedwith chemicals such as Dioxin,PCBs and Mercury.

Exercise Caution when Fishing nearShellfish Leases on Coastal Bays

Throughout New Jersey’s coastalbays, shellfish harvesters leaseareas for the cultivation of hardclams and oysters from theDepartment of EnvironmentalProtection, Division of Fish andWildlife, Bureau of Shellfisheries.Shellfish cultivation practicesseldom interfere with recreationalboating or angling activitiesbecause the scale of theoperations is small in relation tothe total bay acreage, leases are clustered and located in shallow water areas awayfrom navigation channels, and aquaculture gear profile is low. Most importantly, PVCpoles or cedar stakes clearly mark the corner of each individual lease, generally 2-5acres in size. On occasion, however, aquaculture gear has been entangled in boatpropellers and/or fishing rigs resulting in losses to both shellfish harvesters andrecreational anglers. By approaching these marked shellfish lease areas withcaution, recreational boaters and anglers can avoid these undesired situations andfoster a mutual respect with shellfish harvesters and other users of New Jersey’scoastal bays.

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Pumping out your boat’s holding tank at a certified facility or into apumpout boat will help keep New Jersey’s water clean, and aid inthe protection of our fish, shellfish, and wildlife populations. It willalso help protect the health of everyone who enjoys New Jersey’scoastal and freshwater resources.The New Jersey Boater’s Pumpout Facility Guide - The official map of New Jerseymarinas with vessel pumpout facilities is now available. The Guide is a double sided,full-color map of the State, which lists all of the currently operating pumpout facilitiesavailable to boaters. An interactive mapping version of the guide is available online athttp://ims.rutgers.edu/pumpout. For a free copy of the New Jersey Boater’s PumpoutFacility Guide, send your request to the New Jersey Clean Vessel Act Program, P.O.Box 418, Port Republic, NJ 08241. For additional information about the New JerseyClean Vessel Act, contact the New Jersey Division of Fish & Wildlife at 609-748-2056.Visit CVA on the Internet at: njfishandwildlife.orgTo report a pumpout station that is not working or if you experience a problemwith a pumpout facility, please contact the Marine Trades Association of NJ at(732) 292-1051 or send an email to info@mtanj.org

Your purchase of fishing equipment andmotor boat fuels supportsSport Fish Restoration.

Keep New Jersey’s WatersClean - Use Pumpouts!

Report Suspicious Activities

CALL866-4-SAFE-NJ(866-472-3365)

In an emergency,call 911 or yourlocal police.

Fax 609-632-4928, or go to www.njsp.org to report tips orinformation about suspicious activity or behavior you think may berelated to terrorism.

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Boaters: Be Proactive

Operating and maintaining your boat can contribute to pollution from the discharge ofsubstances such as oil, grease, paint, cleaning chemicals and waste into the water.By following a few basic environmentally sound boating practices you can helpprotect New Jersey’s recreational waters.

Prevent spills during fueling by not over filling the tank, using pads orvent attachments to capture spills, installing a fuel-air separator,listening to the filler pipe and not relying on the gauge.

Keep your engine leak-free and well-tuned to minimize discharge of fueland oil into the water.

Use an oil absorbent pad or pillow in the bilge to absorb oil as needed.Use biodegradable, environmentally safe detergents to clean your boat.Use a pumpout station to dispose of sewage.

Properly dispose of scrap fishing line, garbage, and items for recyclingashore.

Learn more about the program and what you can do to protect New Jersey’swaterways at njcleanmarina.org or contact Michael Danko at 732-872-1300 ext. 29mdanko@njmsc.org or Tali Engoltz at 609-633-2201 tali.engoltz@dep.state.nj.us

Enjoy the boating experience by keeping boating safe, clean, and fun!

The following marinas employ best management practices to reduce their impacton the environment and have been officially recognized as NJ CLEAN MARINAS:

Baywood MarinaDillon’s Creek Marina Forked River State MarinaGreen Cove MarinaHobby Lobby MarinaKammerman’s Atlantic City MarinaLeonardo State Marina

Main One MarinaMorgan MarinaRiverbank MarinaRobbie’s Loveladies MarinaSilver Cloud Harbor MarinaSpencer’s Bayside MarinaViking Yachting Center

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Important TelephoneNumbers andInternet Sites

Resource DirectoryAlliance for a LivingOcean 609-492-0222livingocean.org

American Littoral Society732-291-0055littoralsociety.org

Clean Ocean Action(Sandy Hook Office) 732-872-0111cleanoceanaction.org

Discover Boating (312) 946-6200discoverboating.com

Marine Mammal StrandingCenter 609-266-0538marinemammalstrandingcenter.org

Marine Trades Associationof New Jersey 732-292-1051 mtanj.org

National Marine FisheriesService 732-872-3000nmfs.noaa.gov

Barnegat Bay EstuaryProgram 732-255-0472bbep.org

Delaware Estuary Program 800-445-4935 delawareestuary.org

Fish Advisories fishsmarteatsmart.org

Boat U.S.Foundation Hotline800-336-BOAT

Boating Safety Certificates609-882-2000 ext. 6181

Environmental IncidentReport 877-WARN-DEPstate.nj.us/dep

Delaware RIVERKEEPER215-369-1188delawareriverkeeper.org

Hackensack RIVERKEEPER201-968-0808hackensackriverkeeper.org

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NJ/DOT Office of MaritimeResources609-530-4770state.nj.us/transportation/works/maritime/marine_trades IBoat.shtm

NY/NJ Harbor EstuaryProgram 212-637-3809 harborestuary.org

United StatesEnvironmental ProtectionAgency 212-637-3660epa.gov

NJ Clean Vessel Act Program 609-748-2056 njfishandwildlife.org/cvhome.htm

NJ Marine Sciences Consortium/NJ Sea Grant Program 732-872-1300njmsc.org

NJDEP Division of Fish &Wildlife 609-748-2020 njfishandwildlife.org

Rutgers CooperativeExtension of Ocean County 732-349-1152ocean.rcre.rutgers.edu

United States Coast GuardAuxiliary Boating Safety Hotline 800-368-5647 cgaux.org

United States PowerSquadron 888-FOR-USPS usps.org

Weather Service Broadcast 609-261-6600 ext. 1 #324-hour weather andmarine forecast weather.noaa.gov

NJ Vacation Guide 800-ENJOY33state.nj.us/travel

NOAA Weather Serviceweather.govtidesandcurrents.noaa.gov

New Jersey CleanMarina Program njcleanmarina.org

United States Fish andWildlife Service fws.gov

NJ Motor Vehicle Commission609-292-6500state.NJ.US/MVC

NY/NJ BAYKEEPERRaritan BAYKEEPER732-888-9870nynjbaykeeper.org

Report a MaritimeObservationThe New Jersey Department of Transportation(NJDOT) offers an opportunity for boaters to reporttheir observations about aids to navigation, shoaling,etc., within a state navigation channel directly to the Office of MaritimeResources.

You can report your observation by visiting the following website:www.state.nj.us/transportation/works/maritime/marine_trades.shtm

Please be as detailed as possible in your email.

U.S. Coast Guardwww.uscg.milVHF Channel 16Atlantic City – 609-677-2230Avon – 732-776-6730Barnegat Light – 609-494-2661Beach Haven – 609-492-5751Cape May – 609-898-6995Fortescue – 856-447-4422Ocean City – 609-399-0119Philadelphia – 215-271-4940Manasquan – 732-899-0130Sandy Hook – 732-872-3429Sea Isle City – 609-263-2361

New Jersey State Policenjsp.orgAtlantic City Station – 609-441-3586Bivalve Station – 856-785-1330Burlington Station – 609-387-1221Lake Hopatcong Station – 973-663-3400Monmouth Station – 732-842-5171Newark Bay Station – 973-578-8173North Wildwood Station – 609-522-0393Ocean Station – 609-296-5807Point Pleasant Station – 732-899-5050Marine Law Enforcement – 609-748-2050

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Stop the Spread of Invasive Species!

Fish, invertebrates and plants that come in contact with your trailer and boat can beinadvertently released into a body of water when trailering your boat from one locationto another. Most of these species will not survive in the new environment. However, afew become successful invaders because they are hardy,aggressive and prolific organisms. You can help prevent thespread of invasive species by following the procedures outlinedbelow each time your boat and trailer leave the water:

Remove all visible mud, plants, fish/animals. Before leaving anybody of water, examine your equipment, boat, trailer, clothing, boots, buckets, etc.

Eliminate water from all equipment before transporting anywhere. Empty waterform the motor, bilge, live well and other areas where water can accumulate.

Clean and dry anything that came in contact with the water.

Do not release or put plants, fish or animals into a body of water unless theycame out that body of water. This includes aquarium and aquatic pets, and baitpurchased at a store.

Report Sightings

Invasive species such as Northern Snakeheads, Flathead Catfish and Zebra Musselsshould not be returned to the water. Please note the date, precise location and contactthe proper organization listed below.Northern Snakeheads, Flathead Catfish and other aquatic species – Contact Fish andWildlife at 908-236-2118.Zebra Mussels – Take the mussel with you, store in alcohol and immediately contactNew Jersey Sea Grant at 732-872-1300 extension 21.Visit protectyourwaters.net for more information.Courtesy of Stop Aquatic Hitchhikers!

Zebra Mussel

Commercial Vessel Traffic Warning!

Be aware of commercial vesseltraffic when using boat ramps.Ships and all other largevessels are not asmaneuverable as small boats!

NJ Boat RampsNew York to Cape May

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LIBERTY STATE PARK BOAT RAMPBay View AvenueJersey City, NJ 07305201-395-3403 Hudson River 40 41.856 74 03.897Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

HAZARDS RAMP IN ROSS DOCK AREAHenry Hudson DriveAlpine, NJ 07620201-768-1360njpalisades.orgHudson River 40 51.108 73 57.584 Concrete ramp that may not have adequate waterdepth at low tide. Open to boats 24 feet and under.

A comprehensive assessment of the location and conditions of all boat ramps inNew Jersey was conducted to compile the information contained in this guide.However, not all ramp owners elected to have their location listed. If a ramplocation that you normally use is not listed in the guide, or if you have commentson the guide, please contact us at 732-872-1300, ext. 29. The New Jersey boatramp listings in this guide are organized from North to South, from New YorkHarbor down to Cape May and down the Delaware River and Delaware Bay.Latitude and longitude are expressed in degrees and minutes.Contact municipalities prior to using ramps for permit requirements.

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CARTERET MUNICIPAL RAMPIndustrial RoadCarteret, NJ 07008732-541-3820 Ext. 3102Arthur Kill 40 34.306 74 12.802Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.Please call Borough for permit information.

RIVER BARGE PARKOutwater LaneCarlstadt, NJ 07073201-460-1700Hackensack River 40 48.456 74 03.452Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at lowtide.

RED ROOF INN15 Meadowlands Parkway & Sandlering ParkwaySecaucus, NJ 07094201-319-1000Hackensack River 40 47.956 74 03.987Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

SECAUCUS MUNICIPAL RAMPMill Ridge RoadSecaucus, NJ 07096201-330-2017Hackensack River/Mill Creek 40 48.356 74 02.653Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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CITY OF ELIZABETH MARINA71 Front Street Elizabeth, NJ 07206908-820-4296Arthur Kill 40 38.77 74 01.17Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

BAYONNE MUNICIPAL LAUNCHING RAMPWest Shore Drive & West 16th Street Bayonne, NJ 07002 201-858-6129 Newark Bay 40 39.771 74 07.958Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.Checks and money orders must be used when payingfor permit. No cash accepted.

NUTLEY MUNICIPAL RAMPPark Avenue & Route 21 Nutley, NJ 07110973-284-4966Passaic River 40 48.684 74 08.330Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.Please call for fee information. Entrance to ramp is neara busy intersection.

FRANK A. VINCENT MARINAPassaic AvenueKearny, NJ 07032201-955-7983Passaic River 40 45.831 74 09.501Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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SAYREVILLE LAUNCHING RAMPRiver Road Sayerville, NJ 08871732-390-7000Raritan River 40 20.451 74 4.372Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

WOODBRIDGE MUNICIPAL RAMPCliff Road Keasby, NJ 08862732-634-4500Arthur Kill 40 32.715 74 15.264Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

EDISON BOAT BASINMeadow RoadEdison, NJ 08817732-248-7219Raritan River 40 29.294 74 23.036Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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WAGNER’S TWIN TOWERS MARINA483 Amboy AvenueCliffwood Beach, NJ 07735732-583-6930Matawan Creek 40 26.00 74 13.10Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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KEYPORT MUNICIPAL RAMP70 West Front Street Keyport, NJ 07735732-888-4781Keyport Harbor 40 26.353 74 12.121Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

KEYPORT MARINE BASIN340 West Front StreetKeyport, NJ 07735732-264-9421Matawan Creek 40 26.005 74 12.789Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

ZUBACK’S HEAVY METAL MARINE1729 Highway 35Morgan, NJ 08879732-727-2289/732-727-3953Matawan Creek 40 27.755 74 15.573Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

RARITAN BAY MARINA39 Charles AvenueKeansburg, NJ 07734732-495-4247Raritan Bay 40 26.884 74 08.592Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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LEONARDO STATE MARINA102 Concord AvenueLeonardo, NJ 07737-1000732-291-1333Sandy Hook Bay 40 25.28 74 03.68Concrete ramp that may not have adequate waterdepth at low tide.

ATLANTIC HIGHLANDS MUNICIPALMARINA2 Simon Lake Drive Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716732-291-1670Sandy Hook Bay 40 24.964 74 01.92Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

FAIR HAVEN MUNICIPAL RAMP748 River Road Fair Haven, NJ 07704732-747-0241 Ext. 219 or 221Navesink River 40 21.994 74 02.522Concrete ramp that may not have adequate water atlow tide.

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RUMSON MUNICIPAL LAUNCHING RAMPAvenue of Two Rivers Rumson, NJ 07760732-842-3300Navesink River 40 22.584 73 59.981Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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MONMOUTH BEACH MUNICIPAL RAMP Tocci Avenue Monmouth Beach, NJ 07750732-229-1313Manahasset Creek 40 19.705 73 59.176Concrete ramp that may not have adequate waterdepth at low tide. Limited parking is available.

CHRIS’S RIVER PLAZA MARINA483 West Front Street Red Bank, NJ 07701732-741-9676Navesink River 40 21.04 74 04.67Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.Restrictions due to low bridge clearance. Deli on site.

OCEANPORT MUNICIPAL RAMP ATBLACKBERRY BAY PARKPort Au Peck AvenueOceanport, NJ 07757732-222-8221Shrewsbury River 40 19.539 74 00.418Dirt ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

MONMOUTH BEACH MUNICIPAL RAMP33 West Street Monmouth Beach, NJ 07750732-229-1313Shrewsbury River 40 20.189 73 58.883Concrete ramp that may not have adequate waterdepth at low tide. Town permit required.

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LONG BRANCH MUNICIPAL RAMPRiver LaneLong Branch, NJ 07740732-571-6545Shrewsbury River 40 18.701 74 00.197Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

BRY’S MARINE100 South Concourse Neptune, NJ 07753732-775-7364Shark River 40 11.334 74 01.732Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.Key for the ramp is available at Max’s Bait and Tackle.

BELMAR MUNICIPAL BASIN900 Marina AvenueBelmar, NJ 07719732-681-2266Shark River 40 10.78 74 01.85Concrete ramp that may not have adequate waterdepth at low tide.

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SHARK RIVER MUNICIPAL MARINA149 South Riverside Drive Neptune, NJ 07753732-775-7400Shark River 40 11.501 74 02.331Concrete ramp that may not have adequate waterdepth at low tide.

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LIGHTNING JACK’S MARINA 505 Ridge RoadBrick, NJ 08724732-458-2016Manasquan River 40 07.481 74 06.018Concrete ramp that may not have adequate waterdepth at low tide.

WALL TOWNSHIP MUNICIPAL RAMPRiverside Terrace Wall, NJ 07719732-449-8444Manasquan River 40 07.344 74 05.628Dirt ramp that may not have adequate water depth atlow tide. Permit required. Ramp open to WallTownship residents only.

MANASQUAN RIVER CLUB217 Riverside Drive Brick, NJ 08724732-840-0300Manasquan River 40 05.97 74 05.42Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

POINT PLEASANT CANAL FISHINGACCESS SITEBeach BoulevardPoint Pleasant, NJ 08742609-292-2965njfishandwildlife.comPoint Pleasant Canal 40 04.223 74 03.546Dirt ramp that may not have adequate water depth atlow tide.

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POINT PLEASANT MUNICIPAL BOAT RAMPCurtis AvenuePoint Pleasant, NJ 08742 732-892-3434Manasquan River 40 05.313 74 04.487Concrete and sand ramp that may not have adequatewater depth at low tide. Ramp is open to PointPleasant municipal residents only.

STRICTLY MARINE381 Brielle RoadManasquan, NJ 08736732-223-4277Manasquan River 40 06.64 74 02.55Concrete ramp that may not have adequate waterdepth at low tide.

POINT PLEASANT MUNICIPAL RAMPFoot of Bay AvenuePoint Pleasant, NJ 08742732-892-3434Barnegat Bay 40 03.967 74 03.091Concrete and sand ramp with adequate water atlow tide.

GREEN COVE MARINA41 Division StreetBrick, NJ 08724732-840-9090Metedeconk River 40 03.750 74 07.700Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at lowtide. Please call ahead for reservations.

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SHERMAN'S BOAT BASIN664 Princeton AvenueBrick, NJ 08724732-295-0103Beaver Dam Creek 40 03.479 74 04.617Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

JERSEY SHORE MARINA & BOATS841 Route 70Brick, NJ 08724732-840-9530Metedeconk River 40 03.94 74 07.86Wooden ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

BRICK MUNICIPAL MARINA AND RAMP ATMANTOLOKING COVE40 Mantoloking Road Brick, NJ 08742732-920-7373Barnegat Bay 40 02.546 74 03.597Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

DRUMPOINT MARINA770 Drum Point RoadBrick, NJ 08723732-477-3736Barnegat Bay 40 01.002 74 06.252Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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CHADWICK ISLAND MARINA400 Strickland BoulevardChadwick Beach, NJ 08735732-793-7227Barnegat Bay 39 59.762 74 04.131Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

LAVALLETTE MUNICIPAL RAMPBay Boulevard Lavallette, NJ 08735732-793-5114Barnegat Bay 39 58.090 74 04.504Concrete and sand ramp that may not have adequatewater at low tide. Currently under construction.Please call ahead.

KETTLE CREEK MARINA, INC.202 Kettle Creek RoadToms River, NJ 08753732-255-5890Kettle Creek 40 00.981 74 07.616Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

PUBLIC ACCESS ON MILL CREEK (TOMS RIVER)End of Mill Creek RoadPine Beach, NJ 08740Toms River 39 59.998 74 09.190Dirt ramp for small boats that may not have adequatewater depth at low tide.

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PINE BEACH MUNICIPAL BOAT RAMPRiverside DrivePine Beach, NJ 08741732-349-6425Toms River 39 56.333 74 10.653Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

GILFORD PARK YACHT CLUB700 Riverside DriveToms River, NJ 08753732-929-9838Toms River 39 56.603 74 07.878Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.Ramp is best suited for smaller boats.

OCEAN GATE YACHT BASIN, INC.65 Bayview AvenueBayville, NJ 08740732-269-2565Toms River 39 55.76 74 07.15Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

GOOD LUCK POINT MARINA61 Dorrance DriveOcean Gate, NJ 08721732-269-3700Barnegat Bay 39 55.33 74 06.75Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at lowtide.

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COTY MARINE301 Route 37 East Pelican Island Toms River, NJ 08751 732-830-1000Barnegat Bay 39 56.505 74 05.153Concrete ramp that may not have adequate waterdepth at low tide.

PEDALS N’ PADDLES RENTALRoute 35 SouthSeaside Heights, NJ 08751730-830-5757Barnegat Bay 39 56.685 74 04.780Dirt ramp that may not be adequate for longer boats.

CRANBERRY INLET MARINA421 Bayside TerraceSeaside Heights, NJ 08753732-793-4434Barnegat Bay 39 56.883 74 04.745Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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DOCK OUTFITTERS5 Route 35 SouthSeaside Heights, NJ 08751732-830-8171Barnegat Bay 39 56.301 74 4.898Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.Ramp for personal watercraft use only.

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SEASIDE PARK MUNICIPAL RAMP13th Street & Bayview AvenueSeaside Park, NJ 08752732-793-0234Barnegat Bay 39 54.861 74 05.110Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

UP THE CREEK MARINAHarbor Inn RoadBayville, NJ 08721732-269-6469Barnegat Bay 39 52.306 74 09.413Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

DOWNE'S FISHING CAMP287 Brennan ConcourseBayville, NJ 08721908-269-0137Barnegat Bay 39 52.48 74 08.27Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

TRIXIE'S LANDING305 Brennan ConcourseBayville, NJ 08721-3606732-269-5839Barnegat Bay 39 52.433 74 08.251Concrete ramp that may not have adequate waterdepth at low tide.

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RICK'S MARINA INC.222 Marine PlazaForked River, NJ 08731609-693-2134Forked River (North Branch) 39 49.89 74 11.20Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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TOWNSEND'S MARINA221 East Lacey RoadForked River, NJ 08731609-693-6100Forked River (North Branch) 39 49.78 74 11.09Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

SOUTHWINDS HARBOR MARINA362 East Lacey Road Forked River, NJ 08731609-693-6288southwindsharbormarina.comForked River 39 49.68 74 10.74Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

LACEY ELKS LODGE NO. 2518900 Beach Boulevard Forked River, NJ 08731609-693-9831Forked River 39 49.47 74 10.72Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.Ramp for use by residents and members only.

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BERKELEY TOWNSHIP MUNICIPAL RAMPEnd of Sloop Creek RoadBayville, NJ 08721732-269-4456Barnegat Bay 39 54.317 74 08.017Gravel ramp that may not have adequate water depthat low tide.

SOUTH HARBOR MARINE116 Oregon AvenueWaretown, NJ 08758609-693-3658Barnegat Bay 39 47.279 74 11.069Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

BARNEGAT MUNICIPAL BOATBASIN/RAMPBayshore Avenue Barnegat, NJ 08005609-698-0080 Ext. 122Barnegat Bay 39 44.923 74 11.613Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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BOROUGH OF BARNEGAT LIGHT PUBLIC DOCK10 West 10th StreetBarnegat Light, NJ 08006609-494-9196Barnegat Bay 39 45.45 74 06.70Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

SHIP BOTTOM MUNICIPAL RAMP11th and Shore AvenuesShip Bottom, NJ 08008609-494-9819Little Egg Harbor 39 39.153 74 11.100Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

CAUSEWAY BOAT RENTAL & MARINA2200 East Bay AvenueShip Bottom, NJ 08008609-494-1371Barnegat Bay 39 39.65 74 11.82Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

SURF CITY LAUNCHING RAMP813 Long Beach BoulevardSurf City, NJ 08008609-494-3064Barnegat Bay 39 39.444 74 10.626Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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PARKERTOWN MUNICIPAL RAMPEnd of Dock StreetParkertown, NJ 08087609-296-7241Little Egg Harbor 39 36.587 74 17.614Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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STAFFORD MUNICIPAL BOAT RAMP End of Cedar Run Dock Road Manahawkin, NJ 08050609-292-2965Manahawkin Bay 39 38.630 74 14.755Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

SKINNER’S MARINABartlett Avenue Tuckerton, NJ 08087609-296-3051Tuckerton Creek 39 35.785 74 20.548Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

BEACH HAVEN MUNICIPAL LAUNCHING RAMPFoot of 9th Street Beach Haven, NJ 08008609-492-0111Barnegat Bay 39 34.242 74 14.289Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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MAGLEY'S G.E.B. MARINA338 South Green StreetTuckerton, NJ 08087609-294-1859Tuckerton Creek 39 35.85 74 20.42Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

MARITIME MARINA470 South Green StreetTuckerton, NJ 08087609-294-9090Tuckerton Creek 39 35.819 74 20.442Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

TUCKERTON MARINE SERVICE STATION464 South Green St. Tuckerton, NJ 08087609-296-1820tuckertonmarine.netTuckerton Creek 39 35.39 74 20.41Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

SHELTERED COVE MARINA910 South Green Street Tuckerton, NJ 08087 609-296-9400shelteredcovemarina.comTuckerton Creek 39 34.98 74 20.22Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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FIRST BRIDGE MARINA500 Great Bay BoulevardTuckerton, NJ 08087609-296-1888Little Egg Harbor 39 33.792 74 20.526Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

BOAT RAMP AT GREAT BAY BOULEVARDWMAGreat Bay Boulevard Tuckerton, NJ 08087609-292-2965njfishandwildlife.comGreat Bay 39 34.022 74 20.55Dirt ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

RAND’S BOATS600 Great Bay Boulevard Tuckerton, NJ 08087609-296-4457Tuckerton Creek 39 32.367 74 19.552Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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MUNRO'S MARINA INC.124 E. Anchor DriveTuckerton, NJ 08087609-296-8202Tuckerton Creek 39 34.046 74 22.055Concrete ramp that may not have adequate waterdepth at low tide.

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CAPT. MIKE'S BOATS630 Great Bay BoulevardTuckerton, NJ 08087609-296-4406Great Bay 39 32.058 74 19.315Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

BEL HAVEN MARINA1227 Batsto Bridgeport Road (Route 542)Green Bank, NJ 08215609-965-2205www.belhavencanoe.comMullica River 39 37.001 74 35.704Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

CROWLEY LANDING AT WHARTON STATE FORESTWharton State Forest, Route 542 Green Bank, NJ 08215Batsto Office: 609-561-0024Mullica River 39 37.584 74 34.160Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

RIVER ROAD CLAM HOUSE RAMP2115 River RoadLower Bank, NJ 08215609-956-1478Mullica River 39 35.930 74 33.113Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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SWAN BAY WMAEnd of Turtle Road (Route 542) Green Bank, NJ 08512609-292-2965njfishandwildlife.comMullica River 39 34.842 74 30.681Dirt ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.Cartop or small duck boats only.

PORT REPUBLIC GREEN ACRESMannheim AvenuePort Republic, NJ 08241Mullica River 39 33.757 74 30.390Dirt ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.Cartop or small duck boats only.

CHESTNUT NECK BOAT YARD758 Old New York Road Port Republic, NJ 08241609-652-1119chestnutboatyard.comMullica River 39 32.85 74 27.67Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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NACOTE CREEK MARINA1 New York RoadPort Republic, NJ 08241609-652-9380Nacote Creek 39 32.01 74 27.93Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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MOTT’S CREEK INN200 East Motts Creek RoadAbsecon, NJ 08201609-652-1444Mott's Creek 39 31.123 74 26.209Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.Free for those with Waterfowl Permit.

GREAT BAY MARINA45 Montana Drive Mystic Islands, NJ 08087609-296-2392greatbaymarina.comGreat Bay 39 32.47 74 23.21Concrete and wooden ramp with adequate water depthat low tide.

SCOTT'S LANDING/ EDWIN B. FORSYTHENATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE RAMPEnd of Scott's Landing Road Leeds Point, NJ 08231609-652-1665Landing Creek 39 29.629 74 25.242Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.Recommended for boats 19' or less.

BRIGANTINE PUBLIC BOAT RAMP6th Avenue & Bayshore AvenueBrigantine, NJ 08203609-266-1122Wading Thorofare 39 24.541 74 22.138Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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ATLANTIC CITY MUNICIPAL RAMPBoulevard Avenue/Behind Bader FieldAtlantic City, NJ 08401609-347-5510Inside Thorofare 39 21.322 74 27.379Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

PLEASANTVILLE MUNICIPAL RAMPBayview AvenuePleasantville, NJ 08232609-484-3640Lakes Bay 39 23.002 74 31.082Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

VENTNOR MUNICIPAL BOAT LAUNCHSki Beach, Dorset AvenueVentnor, NJ 08406609-823-7300Inside Thorofare 39 21.187 74 29.239Concrete ramp that may not have adequate waterdepth at low tide.

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HACKNEY'S BOAT YARD INCMargate Bridge RoadNorthfield, NJ 08225609-641-1379Lakes Bay 39 21.301 74 32.394Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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OCEAN HEIGHTS MARINA5001 Ocean Heights AvenueEgg Harbor Township, NJ 08234609-927-1585Patcong Creek 39 18.894 74 37.742Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

SHADY RIVER MARINA1041 Somers Point Road Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234609-625-9428Great Egg Harbor River 39 23.919 74 43.015Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.Fee depends on boat size and day of week.

HIDDEN MILL MARINE CENTER176 Thompson LaneEgg Harbor Township, NJ 08234609-927-3627hiddenmillmarinecenter.comGreat Egg Harbor River 39 21.13 74 42.30Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

ENGLISH CREEK MARINA174 Wharf RoadEgg Harbor Township, NJ 08234609-625-0942Great Egg Harbor River 39 20.075 74 40.636Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.Please call ahead to confirm hours of operation.

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CORBIN CITY BOAT RAMP316 Route 50Corbin City, NJ 08270609-628-2673Tuckahoe River 39 17.933 74 45.193Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

BOAT RAMP AT TUCKAHOE WMARoute 50Corbin City, NJ 609-292-2965Tuckahoe River 39 17.723 74 44.415Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at lowtide. Boat ramp maintenance permit or valid hunting,fishing or trapping license required.

P. BAYSHORE II RESTAURANT & MARINA824 Bay AvenueSomers Point, NJ 08244609-653-6772Great Egg Harbor Bay 39 18.265 74 35.690Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

SMITH'S PIER910 Bay AvenueSomers Point, NJ 08244609-653-0190Great Egg Harbor Bay 39 18.573 74 35.735Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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OCEAN CITY MUNICIPAL RAMP Tennessee Avenue & 22nd StreetOcean City, NJ 08226609-525-9223Great Egg Harbor 39 16.234 74 36.234Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

BEESLEYS POINT PUBLIC LAUNCHINGRAMPHarbor RoadBeesleys Point, NJ 08250609-628-2011Great Egg Harbor River 39 17.257 74 37.616Dirt ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

SEA ISLE CITY MUNICIPAL MARINA42nd StreetSea Isle City, NJ 08243609-263-4461 609-263-0009Ludlam Thorofare 39 09.540 74 41.925Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

LARSEN'S MARINA7 Old Sea Isle BoulevardSea Isle City, NJ 08243609-263-1554Ludlam Thorofare 39 09.429 74 42.032Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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AVALON BAY PARK & RAMPOcean Drive & 54th Street Avalon, NJ 08202609-967-8200Old Man Creek 39 04.903 74 44.303Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide. Aseparate ramp is provided for personal watercraft use.

NOB'S BOAT RAMP534 Old Avalon BoulevardAvalon, NJ 08202609-967-0346South Channel 39 06.831 74 44.606Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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CORSON'S INLET STATE PARKOcean Drive at Foot of Russ Chatman BridgeWoodbine, NJ 08270609-861-2404Corson's Inlet 39 12.973 74 38.802Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

PUBLIC RAMP ON WHALE CREEKBayview DriveStrathmere, NJ 08248609-263-6484 Whale Creek 39 11.092 74 40.308Dirt ramp that may not have adequate water depth atlow tide.

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NORTH WILDWOOD BAYFRONT PARKCorner of New York Avenue & 5th Avenue North Wildwood, NJ 08260 609-522-2955Beach Creek 39 00.44 74 47.92 Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.Permit required.

STONE HARBOR MUNICIPAL MARINA81st Street Stone Harbor, NJ 08247609-368-5102Gull Island/Thorofare Channel 39 03.876 74 45.230Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

SPICERS CREEK BOAT ACCESSWissahickon AvenueCape May, NJ 08204609-292-2965njfishandwildlife.comSpicers Creek 38 57.046 74 54.593Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

BREE-ZEE-LEE YACHT BASIN960 Ocean DriveCape May, NJ 08204609-884-4849Cape May Harbor 38 57.24 74 53.00Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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NEW JERSEY DIVISION OF FISH ANDWILDLIFE (NJDFW) – BELVIDEREACCESSDownstream from Belvidere BridgeBelvidere, NJ 07823908-852-4317Delaware River 40 49.673 75 04.973Concrete ramp.

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WORTHINGTON STATE FORESTOff Old Mine Rd., 3 miles above I-80 bridgeWarren County, NJ908-841-9575Delaware River 40 00.295 75 06.269Concrete ramp.

DELAWARE WATER GAP NATIONALRECREATION AREA – POXONOOff Old Mine Road, 8 miles north of Delaware Water GapBlairstown, NJ 07825570-426-2452Delaware River 41 02.422 75 01.387Concrete ramp.

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PHILLIPSBURG BOAT RAMPRiverside Way, by “free” bridgePhillipsburg, NJ 08865908-454-7281Delaware River 40 41.542 75 12.205Concrete ramp. Fuel nearby.

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NJDFW – HOLLAND CHURCH ACCESSOff River, Road, 1 mile south of Riegelsville BridgeHolland, NJ 08848908-735-8793Delaware River 40 34.837 75 11.673Gravel ramp.

NJDFW – KINGWOOD ACCESSRoute 29, 1 mile south of FrenchtownFrenchtown, NJ 08825609-984-1401, 908-735-8793Delaware River 40 30.703 75 03.808Boat ramp maintenance permit or valid hunting, fishingor trapping license required. Concrete ramp.

D&R CANAL STATE PARK – BYRAMRoute 29, 3.4 miles north of StocktonStockton, NJ 08559609-397-2949Delaware River 40 24.925 75 02.877Concrete ramp.

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D&R CANAL STATE PARK – BULL’S ISLAND RECREATION AREAOff Route 29, 3.3 miles north of StocktonStockton, NJ 08559609-397-2949Delaware River 40 24.445 75 02.112Concrete ramp.

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D&R CANAL ST. PK. – LAMBERTVILLEOff Bridge Street behind Lambertville StationLambertville, NJ 08530609-397-2949 Delaware River 40 21.64 74 56.73Paved ramp.

D&R CANAL STATE PARK – FIREMEN’S EDDY ACCESSOff Route 29, 1.8 miles south of Lambertville/NewHope BridgeHopewell, NJ 08560609-397-2949Delaware River 40 20.54 74 56.522Gravel ramp.

CITY OF TRENTON WATERFRONT PARK1595 Lamberton Road, off Route 29Trenton, NJ 08601609-989-3169Delaware River 40 11.342 74 45.217Concrete ramp that may not have adequate waterdepth at low tide.

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BORDENTOWN MUNICIPAL RAMPBordentown City Park, Park StreetBordentown, NJ 08505609-298-2950 Ext.11Delaware River 40 09.029 74 43.111Concrete and gravel ramp that may not have adequatewater depth at low tide.

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FLORENCE TOWNSHIP PUBLIC RAMPWest Front Street & Broad StreetFlorence, NJ 08518Delaware River 40 07.473 74 48.250Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

BURLINGTON CITY MUNICIPAL RAMPTathem Avenue & East Pearl StreetBurlington, NJ 08016609-386-4070Delaware River 40 04.906 74 51.030Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

CURTIN MARINA501 East Pearl StreetBurlington, NJ 08016609-386-4657Delaware River 40 04.893 74 51.971Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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HAWK ISLAND MARINA130 Rancocas AvenueDelanco, NJ 08075856-461-5094 856-461-1415Rancocas Creek 40 02.865 74 57.779Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

LIGHTNING JACK’S RIVERSIDE625 Harrison StreetRiverside, NJ 08075856-461-0086Rancocas Creek 40 02.387 74 56.739Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

PENNSAUKEN MUNICIPAL BOAT RAMPDerousse Avenue Pennsauken, NJ 609-292-2965 Delaware River 39 58.45 75 03.946Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

PYNE POINT MARINA SERVICESNorth 7th StreetCamden, NJ 08102856-966-1352Delaware River 39 57.371 75 06.765Gravel ramp that may not have adequate waterdepth at low tide.

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WEST DEPTFORD MUNICIPAL BOAT RAMPEnd of Center Street West Deptford, NJ 08086856-845-4004Delaware River 39 52.617 75 10.763Concrete ramp that may not have adequate water at low tide.

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BRIDGEPORT BOAT YARD (ON RACCOON CREEK)118 Ferry RoadBridgeport, NJ 08014856-467-0943 215-852-6239Raccoon Creek/Delaware River 39 48.419 75 21.719Concrete ramp.

BARBER’S BASIN88 Tilbury RoadSalem, NJ 08079856-935-1261Salem River 39 34.557 75 28.844Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

PENNSVILLE PUBLIC LAUNCHING RAMPRiviera DrivePennsville, NJ 08070856-678-3089 Ext.4Delaware River 39 38.889 75 31.953Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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SALEM PUBLIC RAMP (PSE&G)Friendship DriveSalem, NJ 080791-888-MARSHSalem River 39 34.176 75 29.904 Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

MAD HORSE CREEK WMAStowneck Road Canton, NJ 08302609-292-2965 njfishandwildlife.comMad Horse Creek 39 25.269 75 25.590Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.Boat ramp maintenance permit or valid hunting, fishingor trapping license required.

STOWE CREEK STATE PARKStowe Creek RoadStowe Creek, NJ 08302Stowe Creek 39 26.636 75 24.526 Dirt ramp that may not have adequate water depth atlow tide.

BRIDGETON MUNICIPAL RAMPSouth Laurel StreetBridgeton, NJ 08302732-932-3435 Cohansey River 39 25.595 75 14.160 Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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HUSTED’S LANDING INC.215 Husted Bateman Road Bridgeton, NJ 08302856-451-8195 Back Creek 39 21.043 75 15.476Concrete ramp that may not have adequate waterdepth at high tide.

COHANSEY RIVER WATERSHEDWETLAND RESTORATION SITE666 Back Neck Road Fairfield Township, NJ 08302www.pseg.com/environment/estuary/overview.jspCohansey River 39 22.413 75 17.588Concrete ramp that may not have adequate waterdepth at low tide.

HANCOCK HARBOR MARINA30 Hancock Harbor RoadGreenwich, NJ 08323856-455-2610Cohansey River 39 22.615 75 21.355Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

GREENWICH BOAT WORKS AND MARINAGreenwich Pier RoadGreenwich, NJ 08323856-451-7777Cohansey River 39 23.023 75 21.021Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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SUNDOG MARINA, INC.91 Newport Landing RoadNewport, NJ 08345856-447-3992Nantuxent Creek 39 17.49 75 11.84Dirt ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

BAY POINT MARINA492 Bay Point RoadBay Point, NJ 08311856-447-9700Delaware Bay 39 17.8601 75 14.853Concrete ramp that may not have adequate waterdepth at low tide.

MONEY ISLAND MARINA192 Bayview Road/Money IslandNewport, NJ 08345856-447-4974Nantuxent Creek 39 17.063 75 14.241Concrete ramp that may not have adequate waterdepth at low tide.

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HIGBEE’S MARINA8 Downe AvenueFortescue, NJ 08321856-447-4157Delaware Bay 39 14.583 75 10.195Please call ahead to confirm hours of operation.

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SPORTSMAN COVE MARINA69 Delaware AvenueFortescue, NJ 08321856-447-3014Fortescue Creek 39 14.606 75 10.603Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

MILLVILLE MUNICIPAL RAMPFowser RoadMillville, NJ 08332609-825-7269Maurice River 39 22.635 75 02.160Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

DIVIDING CREEK BOAT RENTALS Route 553Dividing Creek, NJ 08315856-785-2828dividingcreek.comDividing Creek 39 16.022 75 05.742Gravel ramp that may not have adequate water depthat low tide.

PUBLIC ACCESS AT ROUTE 670/MAURICETOWN ROADBricksboro, NJ 08348Maurice River 39 17.245 74 59.249Gravel ramp that may not have adequate water depthat low tide.

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RIVER ROAD MARINA115 River Road Leesburg, NJ 08327856-785-1273riverroadmarina.comMaurice River 39 16.00 74 59.00Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.Repair.

BOB’S ANCHOR MARINAMatts Landing RoadHeislerville, NJ 08324856-785-9899Maurice River 39 14.014 75 00.63Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

FISHTALE’S MARINAMatts Landing RoadHeislerville, NJ 08324856-785-0101 856-466-1052Maurice River 39 13.926 75 00.818Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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PORT NORRIS MARINAOgden AvenuePort Norris, NJ 08349609-785-1205Maurice River 39 14.254 75 01.310Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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LONG REACH MARINA2806 High StreetPort Norris, NJ 08349856-785-1818Maurice River 39 13.940 75 02.008Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

MAURICE RIVER TOWNSHIPEnd of Thompson Beach RoadHeislerville, NJ 083241-888-MARSHESDelaware Bay 39 12.178 74 59.623www.pseg.com/environment/estuary/overview.jspConcrete ramp that may not have adequate waterdepth at low tide.

BOAT RAMP AT HEISLERVILLE WMANext to Eastpoint Lighthouse, Lighthouse RoadHeislerville, NJ 08324 609-292-2965njfishandwildlife.comMaurice River Cove 39 11.787 75 01.686Concrete ramp that may not have adequate waterdepth at low tide.

PUBLIC ACCESS ON WEST CREEK ATROUTE 47Route 47 near Nature ConservancyDelmont, NJ 08270West Creek 39 13.027 74 55.413Dirt ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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DENNIS CREEK WMAJake Landing Road Dennisville, NJ 08214609-292-2965njfishandwildlife.comDennis Creek 39 10.764 74 51.035Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.Boat ramp maintenance permit or valid hunting,fishing or trapping license required.

GOSHEN CREEK RAMP AT DENNISCREEK WMAEnd of Goshen Creek RoadGoshen, NJ 08218 609-292-2965njfishandwildlife.comGoshen Creek 39 08.463 74 52.121Dirt ramp that may not have adequate water depth atlow tide.

BAYWAY MARINA149 Route 47 NorthCape May Court House, NJ 08210609-465-1676Bidwell Creek 39 07.052 74 52.139Concrete ramp with adequate water depth at low tide.

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DELAWARE WATER GAP NATIONALRECREATION AREA (DWGNRA) -MILFORD BEACHRoute 209, .2 miles north of Route 206 BridgePike County, PA570-426-2457 41 18.532 74 47.828 Paved rampSeasonal fee

DWGNRA – DINGMAN’S FERRY OFF RT. 739 AT DINGMAN’S BRIDGEPIKE COUNTY, PA570-426-2457 41 13.166 74 51.603Ramp (concrete ties)Seasonal fee

DWGNRA – ESHBACKRoute 209, between mile markers 6 & 7Pike County, PA570-426-2457 41 08.235 74 55.555Gravel boat launchNo fee

DWGNRA – BUSHKILLRoute 209, 1 mile north of BushkillPike County, PA570-426-2457 41 06.452 74 59.012 Paved rampSeasonal fee

Pennsylvania Boat RampsDelaware River/Bay

DWGNRA – SMITHFIELD BEACHOff River Road, 3 miles north of ShawneeMonroe County, PA570-426-2457 41 01.77 75 02.998Ramp (concrete ties)Seasonal fee

NORTHAMPTON COUNTY PARKS –DOE HOLLOWRiver Road, upstream from BelvidereBridgeNorthampton County, PA610-746-197540 50.26 75 05.818Cartop trailerNo fee

MARTINS CREEK – PP&LOff Route 611, 5 miles north of Martin’s CreekNorthampton County, PA610-498-625440 47.367 75 07.055Primitive launch (sand)No fee

PENNSYLVANIA FISH AND BOATCOMMISSION (PFBC)– SANDTSEDDY ACCESSRt. 611, 5.2 miles above Easton BridgeNorthampton County, PA717-626-022840 45.49 75 11 .28Paved ramp No fee

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NORTHAMPTON COUNTY PARKS –FROST HOLLOW OVERLOOKRoute 611, 2.3 miles north of EastonNorthampton County, PA610-746-197540 43.468 75 11.262Cartop onlyNo fee

SCOTT PARK BOAT RAMP –EASTONLarry Holmes Drive, at mouth of the Lehigh RiverNorthampton County, PA610-250-671140 41.398 75 12.268Ramp (concrete ties)No fee

WIT-HIT-TUK COUNTY PARKRoute 611, 3 miles south of EastonNorthampton County, PA610-746-197540 40.163 75 10.967Cartop onlyNo fee

THEODORE ROOSEVELT REC.AREARoute 611, 1 mile south of RaubsvilleNorthampton County, PA610-982-556040 37.622 75 11.43Cartop only No fee

FRY’S RUN PARKRoute 611, 6 miles south of EastonNorthampton, PA610-746-197540 37.125 75 12.113Cartop onlyNo fee

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PFBC – RIEGELSVILLE ACCESSRoute 611, just north of junction with Route 212Bucks County, PA717-626-022840 34.908 75 11.765Cartop onlyNo fee

PFBC – UPPER BLACK EDDYACCESSRoute 32, just below Milford BridgeBucks County, PA717-626-022840 33.918 75 05.808Ramp (concrete ties)No fee

TINICUM PARKRoute 32, ErwinnaBucks County, PA610-294-932040 30.37 75 04.012Ramp (concrete ties)No fee

VIRGINIA FORREST RECREATION AREARoute 32, approx. 2 miles south of LumbervilleBucks County, PA610-982-556040 24.377 75 00.45Cartop onlyNo fee

PFBC – YARDLEY ACCESSRoute 32 & north end of Yardley BoroBucks County, PA717-626-022840 14.67 74 50.168Paved rampNo fee

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NESHAMINY STATE PARKStreet Road, exit off I-95, to StateRoad & Cedar Avenue, BensalemBucks County, PA215-639-453840 04.443 74 54.4882 Paved rampsFree for PA residents

CITY OF PHILADELPHIA BOATRAMPLinden AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 717-626-022840 02.538 74 59.473Paved rampNo fee

PFBC – TACONY ACCESSMilnor Street & Princeton Avenue Philadelphia, PA717-626-022840 00.927 75 02.687Paved ramp No fee

PFBC – FRANKFORD ARSENALACCESS5600 block of Tacony Street Philadelphia, PA717-626-022839 58.927 75 04.708Paved rampNo fee

CITY OF CHESTER BOAT RAMPCommodore Barry BridgeDelaware County, PA610-447-793139 49.888 75 22.223Paved rampNo fee

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Acknowledgments

The New Jersey Boaters’ Ramp Guide project was completed by New Jersey Marine SciencesConsortium (NJMSC) staff, Michael J. Danko, Rory Joyce, Georgeann Sobotka, and JessicaStaats. NJMSC is grateful to the I BOAT NJ Program for funding this assessment and guide. Theteam would like to thank everyone who provided guidance, editorial comments and information tothe project, especially Boat US Trailering Magazine, Marine Trades Association of New Jersey,New Jersey State Police and Stop Aquatic Hitchhikers. A special thank you to Rory Joyce fromNJMSC and Genevieve Boehm Clifton from New Jersey Department of Transportation Office ofMaritime Resources for persevering with the project as it evolved into its final format, and to theNew Jersey Sea Grant Extension Program and the New Jersey Department of EnvironmentalProtection Division of Fish and Wildlife for contributing additional funds towards printing. Finally,we would like to thank all the boat ramp owners for supplying the information necessary tocomplete this project and for agreeing to be listed in the New Jersey Boater’s Ramp Guide. Theirwillingness to provide access to the water affords us the opportunity to enjoy water-basedrecreational type activities such as boating, fishing, hunting and wildlife viewing. This publication was supported by the National Sea Grant College Program of the U.S.Department of Commerce’s National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration under NOAA Grant# NA060AR4170086. The views expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the views of any ofthose organizations. NJSG-07-655

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The New Jersey Marine Science Consortium (NJMSC) is a non-profit affiliation of 27colleges, universities and other organizations whose mission is to serve New Jerseythrough innovative research, education and outreach designed to address coastalissues, develop marine technology, promote science-based management policy andimprove science literacy and informed decision making among its citizens. NJMSCconducts programs that provide broad and unbiased information to help sustain New

Jersey’s coastal economy and promote environmental stewardship.

In 1976, the NJMSC was designated as the managing agent for the New JerseySea Grant College Program. New Jersey Sea Grant fosters research, education,and stewardship focusing on marine resources. Its capabilities in marine scienceand outreach have grown steadily. In 1989, the program was designated as a full

Sea Grant College Program, in recognition of its academic and research excellence and strongstatewide support.

Michael J. Danko - Marine Fisheries AgentNew Jersey Sea Grant Extension ProgramBuilding 22, Fort Hancock, NJ 07732732-872-1300 ext. 29 njmsc.org

New Jersey Department of Transportation's Office of Maritime Resources(NJDOT/OMR) is the state advocate for New Jersey's marine trade industry andplans programs based on local, regional and global factors that affect theeconomic, environmental, technical, political and cultural climate within which NewJersey's marine trade industry conducts business. The Office recognizes that athriving marine trades industry is good for New Jersey's economy, coastalenvironment and quality of life. Boating, fishing, waterborne recreation, tourism/ecotourism and the local businesses that support these activities along New Jerseynavigation channels, provide thousands of jobs and directly contribute to local and

state tax revenues. NJDOT/OMR is proud to manage the I BOAT NJ Program and to be a part ofthe first ever comprehensive NJ Boat Ramp Guide.

Genevieve Boehm Clifton - Marine Trades Program ManagerNJDOT/Office of Maritime ResourcesMOB 3rd Floor P.O. Box 8371035 Parkway Avenue, Trenton NJ 08625-0837609-530-4770 http://www.state.nj.us/transportation/works/maritime/marine_trades.shtm

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Fish & Wildlife isresponsible for protecting and managing the State’s fish and wildlife to maximize theirlong-term biological, recreational and economic values for all New Jerseyans. Goalsof the Division of Fish and Wildlife include: maintaining New Jersey’s rich variety of fish

and wildlife species at stable, healthy levels and to protect and enhance the many habitats onwhich they depend; educating New Jerseyans on the values and needs of our fish and wildlife andto foster a positive human/wildlife co-existence; and to maximize the recreational and commercialuse of New Jersey’s fish and wildlife for both present and future generations.

NJDEP Division of Fish and WildlifePO Box 400Trenton, NJ 08625-0400609-292-2965 njfishandwildlife.com

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