Fort Erie Windmill Point
Fort Erie, Ontario · Niagara River
Launch Details
| Address | Windmill Point Rd, Fort Erie ON |
| Water Body | Niagara River |
| Season | may-oct |
| Ramp Surface | Surfaceconcrete~OSM + municipal data·Jun 10, 2026·medium |
| Lanes | Lanes1~OSM + municipal data·Jun 10, 2026·medium |
| Dock | Dock0~OSM + municipal data·Jun 10, 2026·medium |
| Parking | Parking1~OSM + municipal data·Jun 10, 2026·medium |
| Fee | Feefree~OSM + municipal data·Jun 10, 2026·medium |
| Access | Accesspublic~OSM + municipal data·Jun 10, 2026·medium |
| GPS | Coordinates42.8936° N, 78.9192° W△Geocoded — approximate·low |
Record last reviewed 2026-06-10 · OSM + municipal data · Verify locally before launch
About This Launch
Mouth of the Niagara River into Lake Erie.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Erie Windmill Point free to use?+
Yes, Fort Erie Windmill Point is a free public boat launch. No fee is required to use the ramp. Parking availability may vary — check local signage on arrival.
Does Fort Erie Windmill Point have a dock?+
Fort Erie Windmill Point is a launch-only facility with no permanent dock. Bring enough crew to quickly clear the ramp after launching. A friend can hold the boat while you park the trailer.
What water body does Fort Erie Windmill Point access?+
Fort Erie Windmill Point provides launch access to Niagara River. Always check Environment Canada's marine forecast before launching — conditions can change quickly, especially on the Great Lakes.
Where is Fort Erie Windmill Point located?+
Fort Erie Windmill Point is located at Windmill Point Rd, Fort Erie ON. GPS coordinates: 42.8936° N, 78.9192° W.
24-Hour Wave Forecast
Safety context
Conditions can differ at the ramp and on your route. Check official warnings, local notices, visibility and your boat's operating limits. You are responsible for the launch decision.
Official Forecast
Environment Canada · Lake Ontario
Lac Ontario Est
Today Tonight and Friday.
Wind north 15 knots diminishing to north 10 this morning then becoming variable 5 to 10 near noon. Wind becoming southwest 5 to 10 Friday morning then backing to south 5 to 10 Friday evening.
Lac Ontario Ouest
Today Tonight and Friday.
Wind north 15 knots diminishing to northwest 10 this morning then becoming variable 5 to 10 near noon. Wind becoming northwest 10 this evening then becoming variable 5 to 10 overnight. Wind variable 5 to 10 Friday.
Extended Outlook
Saturday
Wind light becoming northeast 10 to 15 knots late in the day.
Sunday
Wind northeast 10 to 15 knots becoming light.
Monday
Wind north 10 to 15 knots backing to west 10 to 15.
Not for navigation. Verify official charts and local conditions.