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Jericho Road State Boat Ramp

Scituate, MA 02066, USA

Scituate Harbormaster: (781) 545-8724

Owned By: Commonwealth of Massachusetts

The Jericho Road State Boat Ramp is a state-owned public boat launch ramp on Scituate Harbor, with ample parking and no fee. Very busy on summer weekends! Courtesy docking with a 15-minute tie-up limit. Also known as the Tom Chessia Boat Ramp. Located near 50 Jericho Road.

It’s important to know that some of our fisheries are contaminated with mercury, PFAS and/or other concerning substances. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health maintains an online database with up-to-date advisories regarding fish consumption, sorted by location. We recommend you consult this valuable resource when planning a fishing excursion.

Features

This no-fee, 24-hour, double wide ramp is open to the public and offers on-site parking spots for 43 trailers. The ramp averages 6ft at low tide. A good access point for Stellwagen Bank, Provincetown, the Minot area ledges, and Boston Harbor. Swimming is not permitted. There is also a wooden pier on site.

This land is within the region of the Massachusett (or Massachuseuk). To learn more about local Native American tribes, we encourage you to interact with their members. The Mattakeeset band of the Massachusett, and the Massachusett tribe at Ponkapoag, both share information on their websites. 

Habitats and Wildlife

Located on Scituate Harbor.

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Scituate, MA 02066, USA

Historic Site: No

Park: No

Beach: No

Boat Launch: Yes

Lifeguards: No

Size: 1.4 acres

Hours: 24/7

Parking: On-site parking for 43 trailers at 50 Jericho Road. Cars can be parked on the other side of community building.

Cost: Free

Facilities:

Geocache location. Double width public concrete boat ramp.

Dogs: Dogs must remain on leash. Please clean up after your pet!

Boat Ramp: Yes

ADA Access: Yes

Scenic Views: Yes

Waterbody/Watershed: Scituate Harbor (Atlantic Ocean)

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