Crystal Beach Public Launch
Fort Erie, Ontario · Lake Erie
Launch Details
| Address | Crystal Beach ON |
| Water Body | Lake Erie |
| Season | may-oct |
| Ramp Surface | Surfacegravel~OSM + municipal data·Jun 10, 2026·medium |
| Lanes | Lanes—?unknown |
| 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 | Coordinates42.8639° N, 79.0583° W△Geocoded — approximate·low |
Record last reviewed 2026-06-10 · OSM + municipal data · Verify locally before launch
About This Launch
Boat launch located in Fort Erie area on Niagara. Provides access for recreational boating and fishing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Crystal Beach Public Launch free to use?+
Yes, Crystal Beach Public Launch is a free public boat launch. No fee is required to use the ramp. Parking availability may vary — check local signage on arrival.
Does Crystal Beach Public Launch have a dock?+
Crystal Beach Public Launch 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 Crystal Beach Public Launch access?+
Crystal Beach Public Launch provides launch access to Lake Erie. Always check Environment Canada's marine forecast before launching — conditions can change quickly, especially on the Great Lakes.
Where is Crystal Beach Public Launch located?+
Crystal Beach Public Launch is located at Crystal Beach ON. GPS coordinates: 42.8639° N, 79.0583° 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.
Environment Canada — Active Warning
Strong wind warning
Strong wind warning
Official Forecast
Environment Canada · Lake Ontario
Lac Ontario Est
Today Tonight and Tuesday.
Wind northwest 15 knots diminishing to light early this morning then becoming southeast 10 this afternoon. Wind increasing to south 15 near midnight and to south 20 Tuesday morning. Wind veering to southwest 20 Tuesday afternoon.
Scattered showers Tuesday afternoon and evening with a risk of thunderstorms.
Lac Ontario Ouest
Today Tonight and Tuesday.
Wind light becoming southeast 10 knots this afternoon then increasing to south 15 near midnight. Wind increasing to southwest 20 Tuesday morning then veering to northwest 20 Tuesday evening.
Scattered showers Tuesday with a risk of thunderstorms.
Extended Outlook
Wednesday
Wind northwest 20 knots backing to west 25 in the morning.
Thursday
Wind west 20 knots.
Friday
Wind southwest 15 knots diminishing to light.
Not for navigation. Verify official charts and local conditions.