Ventura Harbor Public Launch Ramp is available for recreational boaters, kayakers, and paddle boarders to launch safely and enjoy the harbor waters.
- Convenient location adjacent to a fuel and bait dock
- Easy access to the open ocean
- Conveniently located across from Ventura Port District’s Dry Boat Storage
- Boat Wash Down amenities ($)
- Restrooms on site
Launch Ramp Use & Rules
The launch ramp has six lanes and about 180 parking spaces. It is accessible 24-hours a day, and a parking fee applies at all times. The fee is paid at a “Pay and Display” machine located in front of the restroom. All vehicles are required to obtain and display a permit. Please see rates below. NOTE – There are no discounts for multiple days but we allow up them to purchase a pass up to 14 days.
Launch Ramp Parking Rates:
| Parking with Vehicle & Trailer | Rates |
|---|---|
| 1 Hour Parking | FREE |
| 2 Hour Parking | $6 |
| 4 Hour Parking | $8 |
| 24 Hour Parking | $10 |
| Dry Storage Tenant Annual Parking Pass | $75 |
| Annual Parking Pass | $150 |
The Ventura Port District and Division of Boating and Waterways recognize that there is a “design-related” traffic flow issue at the western-most ramp. We are working together to identify a cost-effective solution. The Port District believes the best long-term solution is to redesign the parking lot as shown below.
