Kayak and canoe launches on Colorado River, Arizona

11 launch sites on Colorado River from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). 11 are trailer ramps. 2 are private or members-only.

Fees: 0 list no fee, 0 list a fee, 11 not verified. Each listing names its source; check it before you go.

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River conditions: Colorado River At Lees Ferry, Az
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Launch sites A to Z

• Boat Ramp · Boat ramp (trailer)
  Fee not verified, check the official page View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
  
  Mapped in OpenStreetMap, check access locally.
• Boat ramp at Hidden Cove RV Park · Boat ramp (trailer) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
  Private marina or resort
  Fee not verified; private sites usually charge, check with the site owner.
  Mapped in OpenStreetMap, check access locally.
• Boat ramp at Reynolds Resorts · Boat ramp (trailer) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
  Private marina or resort
  Fee not verified; private sites usually charge, check with the site owner.
  Mapped in OpenStreetMap, check access locally.
• Boat ramp, Colorado River (north ramp) · Boat ramp (trailer)
  Fee not verified, check the official page View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
  
  Mapped in OpenStreetMap, check access locally.
• Boat ramp, Colorado River (north ramp) · Boat ramp (trailer)
  Fee not verified, check the official page View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
  
  Mapped in OpenStreetMap, check access locally.
• Boat ramp, Colorado River (south ramp) · Boat ramp (trailer)
  Fee not verified, check the official page View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
  
  Mapped in OpenStreetMap, check access locally.
• Boat ramp, Colorado River (south ramp) · Boat ramp (trailer)
  Fee not verified, check the official page View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
  
  Mapped in OpenStreetMap, check access locally.
• Boat ramp, Colorado River (south ramp) · Boat ramp (trailer)
  Fee not verified, check the official page View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
  
  Mapped in OpenStreetMap, check access locally.
• Diamond Creek Boat Ramp · Boat ramp (trailer) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
  Tribal land (Hualapai Tribe)
  On Hualapai tribal land. Permits come from the Hualapai Tribe. Fee: Check with the Hualapai Tribe. Hualapai Tribe website
  Mapped in OpenStreetMap, check access locally.
• Lees Ferry Boat Launch · Boat ramp (trailer)
  Fee not verified, check the official page View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL) - mapped, check access locally. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

  
  Mapped in OpenStreetMap, check access locally.
• Pearce Ferry Take-Out · Boat ramp (trailer) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
  National Park Service land (Lake Mead National Recreation Area)
  Inside Lake Mead National Recreation Area, run by the National Park Service. Park entry: $25 per private vehicle (1-7 days); motorized boats also need a $16 daily vessel pass, non-motorized boats do not (NPS fees page, updated June 25, 2026, checked 2026-10-27). Fee: Check with the National Park Service. National Park Service website
  Mapped in OpenStreetMap, check access locally.

Arizona paddling rules
Registration, permits, life jackets and AIS stickers

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Data shown as published by the agency or mapped source; launch details and fees change, so check the official source before you go.