Port Weller East Launch

St. Catharines, Ontario · Lake Ontario

Free Launch00Public Access

Launch Details

AddressSt. Catharines, Ontario
Water BodyLake Ontario
Seasonmay-oct
Ramp SurfaceSurfaceconcrete~OSM + municipal data·Jun 10, 2026·medium
LanesLanes?unknown
DockDock0~OSM + municipal data·Jun 10, 2026·medium
ParkingParking0~OSM + municipal data·Jun 10, 2026·medium
FeeFeeFree~OSM + municipal data·Jun 10, 2026·medium
AccessAccesspublic~OSM + municipal data·Jun 10, 2026·medium
GPSCoordinates43.2300° N, 79.2100° WGeocoded — approximate·low

Record last reviewed 2026-06-10 · OSM + municipal data · Verify locally before launch

About This Launch

Boat launch located in St. Catharines area on Niagara. Provides access for recreational boating and fishing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Port Weller East Launch free to use?+

Yes, Port Weller East 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 Port Weller East Launch have a dock?+

Port Weller East 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 Port Weller East Launch access?+

Port Weller East Launch provides launch access to Lake Ontario. Always check Environment Canada's marine forecast before launching — conditions can change quickly, especially on the Great Lakes.

Where is Port Weller East Launch located?+

Port Weller East Launch is located at St. Catharines, Ontario. GPS coordinates: 43.2300° N, 79.2100° W.

Wave Height0.2mModel value
Wind Speed8ktGUSTS 14kt
Air Temp21.8°C
Data SourceModel forecast2026-07-18, 5:50:17 a.m. EDT

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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

Eastern Lake Ontario

Strong wind warning

Western Lake Ontario

Strong wind warning

Official Forecast

Environment Canada · Lake Ontario

Issued Jul 18, 03:00 EDT

Lac Ontario Est

Today Tonight and Sunday.

Wind

Wind south 15 knots increasing to southwest 20 early this morning then veering to west 25 near noon. Wind veering to northwest 20 this evening then diminishing to northwest 15 overnight. Wind diminishing to northwest 10 Sunday morning then increasing to west 15 Sunday afternoon. Wind diminishing to northwest 10 Sunday evening.

Visibility / Precipitation

Scattered showers and smoke ending this evening with a risk of thunderstorms. Visibility as low as 1 mile in smoke.

Lac Ontario Ouest

Today Tonight and Sunday.

Wind

Wind southwest 15 knots increasing to southwest 20 this morning then veering to northwest 20 early this evening. Wind diminishing to north 15 near midnight and to north 10 Sunday morning. Wind becoming light Sunday afternoon then becoming northwest 10 Sunday evening.

Visibility / Precipitation

Scattered showers ending this evening with a risk of thunderstorms. Smoke dissipating near noon. Smoke forming this evening and dissipating Sunday morning. Visibility as low as 1 mile in smoke.

Extended Outlook

Monday

Wind light becoming southwest 15 knots late in the day.

Tuesday

Wind southwest 15 knots increasing to southwest 20.

Wednesday

Wind northwest 20 knots.

View full forecast on weather.gc.ca →

Not for navigation. Verify official charts and local conditions.