14th Ave. Boat Launch

Boat Ramp Launch Fees and Permits

Get launched! Seattle has more pleasure boats per capita than anywhere else in the U.S. Seattle Parks and Recreation manages seven motorized boat launches on Puget Sound, Lake Washington, and the Ship Canal. A permit is required for anybody using a ramp lane regardless of where you park your vehicle and trailer.

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Single Day Launch Permits

A single-day launch permit costs $12 is good until midnight of the date purchased. To pay the $12 fee, you can use the gray fee machine OR the kiosk.

Pay by gray fee machine
Pay $12 (card only) and display the permit on your dashboard.  

Pay by kiosk
Place $12 (cash or check) in the colored envelope available at the kiosk. Retain the flap for proof of payment. Place the envelope in the metal canister. Display the flap on your dashboard. The date must be clearly displayed to be considered valid.

Overnight Permits

In addition to the $12 launch fee, you can purchase an overn