Public Boat Launch

Big Bear Lake has excellent, well-maintained public launch ramps, operated by the Municipal Water District. Lake use permits required for all boats on Big Bear Lake. Permit fees are subject to change.

West Public Boat Launch

West Public Boat Launch

One of two public boat ramps on Big Bear Lake, Duane Boyer Public Boat Launch is the west ramp. This is a prime spot to put your own boat on Big Bear Lake. Note: ALL BOATS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE A PERMIT AND WILL BE INSPECTED FOR MUSSELS.
Location: 38925 North Shore Drive, Fawnskin
East Public Boat Launch

East Public Boat Launch

One of two public boat ramps on Big Bear Lake, Carol Morrison Public Boat Launch is the east ramp. Note: ALL BOATS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE A PERMIT AND WILL BE INSPECTED FOR MUSSELS.
Location: 41911 North Shore Dr, Big Bear Lake
Boulder Bay Park

Boulder Bay Park

The Boulder Bay Park is a couple of miles east of the Dam. It is a nice, newer park with a lot of amenities and facilities including a large pavilion, restrooms, huge dock for fishing and a launch area for kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards. Permits and inspections are required to launch.
Location: 39148 Big Bear Blvd. (CA-18) Big Bear Lake, CA 92315