Permit Required Boat Launch Locations
View the River Trail page for no-cost launch points for non-motorized routes
Google Directions for Launch Sites:
- McKinley Marina Boat Launch
- South Shore Park Boat Launch
- Bender Park Boat Launch
- Riverfront Launching Site
Launch Permits & Rates
Launch rates are based on the type of watercraft to be launched and the Milwaukee County residency of the applicant.
Rates include sales tax.
If you do not have a launch permit, you will be ticketed.
Daily Permits: Available at the McKinley Marina Office during regular hours OR at any launch-site self-pay station.
Seasonal Permits: Available at the McKinley Marina Office during regular hours OR online.
Resident Launch Rates:
| Permit | Daily | Seasonal | Senior Seasonal (60+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jet Ski | $13 | $130 | $102.75 |
| Non-Motorized Vessel | $8.25 | $82.50 | $56.25 |
| Vessel Under 20 feet | $13 | $130 | $102.75 |
| Vessel 20-26 feet | $16.50 | $165 | $112.50 |
| Vessel Over 26 feet | $18.50 | $185 | $143.25 |
Non-Resident Launch Rates:
| Permit | Daily | Seasonal | Senior Seasonal (60+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jet Ski |
$13.50 |
$135 |
$128 |
|
Non-Motorized Vessel |
$8.25 |
$82.50 |
$72 |
|
Vessel Under 20 feet |
$13.50 |
$135 |
$128 |
|
Vessel 20-26 feet |
$20.50 |
$205 |
$143.25 |
|
Vessel Over 26 feet |
$26.75 |
$267.50 |
$163.75 |