Best Boat Ramp Locator Apps

187+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated July 2026

Looking for free boat ramp locator apps? 18 of our 187+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Compare top Boat Ramp Locator Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Boat RampsBoat RampsFree1.6★ (21)NoNoMay 2026
2Ramp Assist: Smart BoatingRamp Assist: Smart BoatingFree3.7★ (13)YesYesMay 2026
3Wavve Boating: GPS, Map, ChartWavve Boating: GPS, Map, ChartFree4.7★ (5.4K)YesYesJul 2026
4Aqua Map BoatingAqua Map BoatingFree4.7★ (13K)NoYesJul 2026
5BoatUS - Boat Weather & TidesBoatUS - Boat Weather & TidesFree4.8★ (57K)YesNoJul 2026
6ActiveCaptain®ActiveCaptain®Free4.0★ (4.9K)NoYesJul 2026
7Boat ramp finder proBoat ramp finder pro$4.991.0★ (1)NoNoJul 2026
8Boat BeaconBoat Beacon$14.994.6★ (841)NoYesJul 2026

Top Picks for Boat Ramp Locator

Ramp Assist: Smart Boating#2

Ramp Assist: Smart Boating by SilverLogic, LLC

Boat Ramp Locations & Traffic
Strong Contender
🌟 Lifestyle
3.7(13 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This app helps boaters find and navigate boat ramps with AI-powered guidance for loading, real-time traffic, and weather forecasts. It offers detailed information on over 23,000 US ramps, allowing users to save favorites and plan trips efficiently.

Wavve Boating: GPS, Map, Chart#3

Wavve Boating: GPS, Map, Chart by Wavve Boating Inc

Navigation, Charts, Tides, Map
Worth Considering
🗺️ Navigation
4.7😐(5.4K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#8in Navigation
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Navigate waterways with detailed nautical charts, tide predictions, and weather forecasts. Connect with a community of boaters to share points of interest and track friends on the water. Enjoy simplified GPS navigation tailored to your boat's draft.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate navigation
  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • 💡 Helpful features like weather and wave data
  • 🚢 Great for new and experienced boaters

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate depth charts
  • 🚫 Limited coverage for certain areas
  • 💰 Expensive subscription

More Boat Ramp Locator apps to explore

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Aqua Map Boating
Aqua Map Boating
Aqua Map Boating
Marine navigation and fishing
Free

This app provides official, weekly updated nautical charts for marine navigation. It allows for offline map downloads, GPS track recording, and integration with onboard instruments. Enhance your boating safety and experience with advanced features like weather forecasts and AIS collision detection.

Official NOAA nautical chartsOffline map downloadsGPS track recording
🗺️ Navigation
(13K)
free with in-app purchases
5
BoatUS - Boat Weather & Tides
BoatUS - Boat Weather & Tides
BoatUS - Boat Weather & Tides
24/7 Boat Towing & Insurance
Free

This app provides 24/7 towing assistance for boaters, along with detailed weather and tide forecasts. It also helps users find discounts at marine businesses and manage their membership and insurance policies.

24/7 towing assistanceBoating forecasts (weather & tides)Small craft advisories
☀️ Weather
(57K)
free with in-app purchases
6
ActiveCaptain®
ActiveCaptain®
ActiveCaptain®
Connect to Your GPS Plotter
Free

This app connects your mobile device to compatible Garmin chartplotters, enabling wireless chart and map transfers, software updates, and route planning. It also provides access to a community of boaters for reviews and information on marinas and points of interest.

Wireless chart and map transferRoute and waypoint planningActiveCaptain Community for POI reviews
🗺️ Navigation
(4.9K)
free with in-app purchases
7
Boat ramp finder pro
Boat ramp finder pro
Boat ramp finder pro
All boat ramps on the map
$4.99

Discover over 30,000 boat ramps worldwide with detailed information on facilities, prices, and user reviews. Easily find, navigate to, and share your favorite spots for an unforgettable boating experience.

30,000+ boat ramps globallyDetailed ramp information (price, facilities)Search and filter options
🗺️ Navigation
(1)
paid
8
Boat Beacon
Boat Beacon
Boat Beacon
AIS Marine Navigation
$14.99

This marine navigation app provides real-time AIS data for collision avoidance and position sharing. It offers over-the-horizon warnings, background operation, and a user-friendly interface for boaters.

Collision warnings with CPA calculationsReal-time AIS ship trackingBackground operation for continuous alerts
🗺️ Navigation
(841)
free with in-app purchases
9
Boat Trader - Boats for Sale
Boat Trader - Boats for Sale
Boat Trader - Boats for Sale
Buy & Sell Boats in the US
Free

Discover new and used boats for sale across the U.S. with an extensive search marketplace. Filter by type, size, price, and more to find your ideal vessel. View detailed specs, photos, and easily contact sellers.

Extensive search filters and sortingView photos and detailed specsResearch boat types and models
🛍️ Shopping
(175K)
ad-supported
10
i-Boating: Marine Charts & Gps
i-Boating: Marine Charts & Gps
i-Boating: Marine Charts & Gps
Lake Maps & Fishing Spots
Free

Navigate waterways with detailed marine charts and GPS. Features include route planning, voice-guided navigation, tide and current predictions, and track recording. Offers extensive map coverage for various regions and inland rivers.

Detailed vector marine chartsRoute planning and editingVoice-guided navigation
🗺️ Navigation
(14K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Dockwa
Dockwa
Dockwa
Dock and mooring reservations
Free

Easily book slips and moorings at marinas nationwide. Discover new locations, view amenities, and manage reservations directly from your device. Boaters use it for free, enjoying a streamlined booking process.

Reserve slips and mooringsDiscover new marinasView marina amenities and photos
✈️ Travel
(31K)
free
12
Boatsetter - Boat Rentals
Boatsetter - Boat Rentals
Boatsetter - Boat Rentals
Boat Rentals & Yacht Charters
Free

Discover and book a wide range of boat rentals and yacht charters worldwide. Enjoy personalized on-the-water experiences for fishing, parties, cruising, and more, with options to drive yourself or hire a captain.

Global boat rental searchRentals by the hour or dayOption to hire a captain
✈️ Travel
(17K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Savvy Navvy: Boat Navigation
Savvy Navvy: Boat Navigation
Savvy Navvy: Boat Navigation
GPS, Nautical Charts, Boating
Free

This app provides comprehensive marine navigation, integrating charts, weather, tides, and GPS tracking. It simplifies route planning and offers real-time safety data to ensure confident and enjoyable time on the water for various boating activities.

Clutter-free nautical chartsSmart route planning with weather and tide integrationReal-time GPS tracking
🗺️ Navigation
(7.6K)
free with in-app purchases
14
iNavX: Marine Navigation
iNavX: Marine Navigation
iNavX: Marine Navigation
Sailing & Boating Chartplotter
Free

This app provides comprehensive marine navigation tools, including worldwide chart coverage, weather forecasts, and AIS integration. It allows users to plan routes, track their position, and connect with onboard instruments for a complete boating experience.

Worldwide marine chart accessReal-time GPS plottingWaypoint and route management
🗺️ Navigation
(21K)
free with in-app purchases
15
Boat Watch - Ship Tracking
Boat Watch - Ship Tracking
Boat Watch - Ship Tracking
Ferry, cargo & cruise ships
Free

Track ships and boats globally in real-time. Identify vessels, view their details, and receive alerts for arrivals and departures. Explore nautical charts and use augmented reality for an enhanced viewing experience.

Real-time AIS ship trackingVessel identification and detailsFavorite boat tracking
✈️ Travel
(3.7K)
free with in-app purchases
16
Ship Finder Lite
Ship Finder Lite
Ship Finder Lite
Live Marine & Vessel tracking
Free

Track live moving ships on a global map with near real-time AIS data. Identify vessels using your device camera with Augmented Reality view. See ship details like name, type, and destination with color-coded icons for easy identification.

Live worldwide ship tracking mapAugmented Reality (AR) ship identificationView ship name, type, and destination
🗺️ Navigation
(3K)
free
17
Lake Genius: Boating Guide
Lake Genius: Boating Guide
Lake Genius: Boating Guide
Powell, Mead, Tahoe, Others
Free

This app provides detailed maps and information for major western US lakes, including over 2000 mapped sites like camping, historical locations, and amenities. It offers daily updates on water levels and underwater hazards, along with navigation tools to mark locations, track routes, and estimate travel times.

2000+ mapped sitesDaily water level updatesUnderwater hazard information
🗺️ Navigation
(65)
freemium
18
BoatBooker for Owners
BoatBooker for Owners
BoatBooker for Owners
Manage boat bookings
Free

Streamline your boating business operations from any location. This app allows you to list your vessel, manage reservations, and communicate with clients efficiently. Track earnings, optimize listings, and control your schedule to maximize bookings.

Manage bookings on the goCommunicate with customersGrow your business with insights
💼 Business
(140)
ad-supported
19
Boat Fix Pro
Boat Fix Pro
Boat Fix Pro
by John Crawford
Free

Monitor your boat's vital information and track its GPS location in real-time. Review historical routes with playback features. Keep tabs on your vessel remotely.

Remote boat monitoringReal-time GPS trackingHistorical route playback
🗺️ Navigation
(10)
free
20
Navionics® Boating
Navionics® Boating
Navionics® Boating
Nautical and fishing charts
Free

Access detailed nautical charts and advanced boating features offline on your mobile device. Plan trips with dock-to-dock guidance, check weather and tides, and connect with a community of boaters. Ideal for cruising, fishing, sailing, and diving.

Offline nautical chartsHD bathymetry mapsDock-to-dock route planning
🗺️ Navigation
(2.3K)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Boat Ramp Locator

What are the best boat ramp locator apps for iPhone?
Boat Ramps tops our boat ramp locator apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 1.6-star average from 21 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 18 of the top boat ramp locator apps we rank are free to download, including Boat Ramps and Ramp Assist: Smart Boating.
Boat Ramps has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 187+ boat ramp locator apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app helps you find and get directions to over 50,000 boat ramps and marinas across the globe. It provides detailed information about each location, including available contact details like phone numbers and email addresses.
For each ramp and marina, the app offers detailed information. This can include contact details such as phone numbers and email addresses, where such information is available.