Eddie Vine Boat Ramp
Summer Hours: 4 A.M. – 10:30 P.M.
Non-Summer Hours: Open 24 hours.
Summer runs from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day.
About
Eddie Vine is Seattle's northernmost saltwater boat ramp lying between Golden Gardens park and the Shilshole Marina. Located in Ballard on the north end of Marine Area 10, Eddie Vine is the closest water access to the northern Marine Areas and Marine Area 12. Eddie Vine is a favorite ramp for many northwest anglers because it is protected by the continuation of Shilshole Marina's breakwater and it is close to popular fishing locations.
Eddie Vine Boat Ramp was named in honor of Edward J. Vine (1892-1957), a sportsman and state leader in salmon conservation. Mr. Vine, owner of Vine's Pen and Card Shop, was the chairman of the Washington State Sportsman Council and was a secretary of the King County Outdoor Sports Council. Eddie Vine was also notable for his participation in many charity events. He also taught saltwater fishing at the Y.M.C.A.'s hobby school.
Boat Launch Fees and Payment
A $12 daily use fee is required to launch or park overnight at these boat ramps:
- Atlantic City (Lake Washington / Rainier Beach)
- Don Armeni (Puget Sound / West Seattle)
- Eddie Vine (Puget Sound / Golden Gardens)
- Magnuson Park Boat Launch (Lake Washington / Sand Point).
- Stan Sayres (Lake Washington / Mt. Baker),
Fees are collected using the PayByPhone app. Parking is limited to 4 days, and parking expires at midnight.
Annual Boat Ramp Permits
Frequent boat launch users may purchase an annual permit for $150. Annual permits are good from January 1 to December 31.
Purchase an Annual Boat Ramp Permit on ActiveNet
Alternate options to purchase an annual permit:
- Call (206) 684-7249
- Download the Annual Boat Ramp Permit Application, print, and return.
- Purchase an Annual Boat Ramp Permit in-person at Evans Pool, Meadowbrook Pool, Rainier Beach Pool, or Southwest Pool.
Learn more about our boat ramp fees, boating rules and regulations, and general boating information on our Boating and Sailing page.