9 River St, Weymouth, MA 02191, USA
Weymouth Harbormaster: 781-682-6109
Owned By: Town of Weymouth
The Joseph Carven Boat Ramp is a public boat launch ramp on the Back River in Weymouth. It is also known as the Weymouth Back River Ramp. It is directly adjacent to North Weymouth’s George E. Lane Beach.
Features
Boat Launch Note: Insufficient water for 1 hour before to 1 hour after low tide.
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.
Follow the Back River Watershed Association for more information about the Weymouth Back River.
Habitats and Wildlife
This public launching ramp offers direct access to the Weymouth Back River.
The Weymouth Back River rises from several ponds and swamps, including Whitman’s Pond in Weymouth. It flows for about 10 miles, and empties into the Atlantic Ocean at Hingham Bay, just south of Grape Island and Slate Island.
Historic Site: No
Park: No
Beach: No
Boat Launch: Yes
Lifeguards: No
Hours: Dawn to Dusk
Parking: Public parking off-season. Permit required from May to October.
Cost: Parking and launching fees. Parking permit required May through October.
Facilities:
Seasonal (May to October) restrooms. Porta-potties. Picnic table. Small playground. Basketball court.
Dogs: Dogs must remain on leash.
Boat Ramp: Yes
ADA Access: Yes
Scenic Views: Yes
Waterbody/Watershed: Weymouth Back River watershed