Boat Ramps in East Texas
465 boat launch locations across 35 counties. Maps, fees, hours, live conditions, and directions.
Search boat ramps in East Texas
East Texas covers 35 counties with 465 mapped boat ramps. Browse by county below, or see all boat ramps in Texas.
East Texas counties
Sabine
Wood
Marion
Henderson
Shelby
San Augustine
Smith
Panola
Titus
Lamar
Bowie
Harrison
Nacogdoches
Polk
Angelina
Cass
Rains
Cherokee
Jasper
Trinity
Houston
Morris
Franklin
Upshur
Van Zandt
Hopkins
Anderson
Rusk
Tyler
Camp
Hardin
Delta
Gregg
Newton
Red River
Popular boat ramps in East Texas
Before you launch in Texas
Licenses, boating-safety requirements, and how Texas ranks nationally.
What’s biting in East Texas
Species You Might Find Here
Common freshwater gamefish for this type of water — not a confirmed species survey for this specific location, since we don't have per-lake fish count data.
Texas fishing & boating guides
How to Launch Your Boat Safely: 10 Essential Tips
Improper launching causes trailer damage, injuries, and delays. Here's how to launch like a pro at any Florida boat ramp.
Mike
Winter Storage and Boat Ramp Prep: Pre-Season Checklist
Before launching in spring, prep your boat and gear. Here's what to check after winter storage to avoid mechanical surprises at the ramp.
Mike
How to Choose the Best Boat Ramp: Conditions, Amenities & Location
Not all boat ramps are created equal. Learn what separates a smooth launch from a frustrating disaster—and how to pick the best ramp for your boat and target species.
Mike
Saltwater Fishing Near Inlets: What Inshore Ramps Offer
Inlet ramps give access to redfish, snapper, and tarpon. But inlet fishing is high-tide, high-pressure hunting. Here's how to fish them productively.
Mike
Texas Boat Ramp Guide: Bass Lakes and Big Reservoirs
Texas built some of the biggest bass reservoirs in the country, and the ramp you launch from should match the lake—Lake Fork's timber, Sam Rayburn's flooded creek channels, and Toledo Bend's cross-border sprawl all fish differently.
Mike
