# What are the detailed concrete specifications, water depths, navigation route, and parking fees for the Ashbridges Bay boat launch ramps?

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**Verified:** 2026-06-24
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## Quick answer

Two concrete ramps with 6.5–8+ ft water depth, accessed via Coatsworth Cut channel; parking fees are CAD $2.50/hour or CAD $15.00/day for vehicles with trailers.

## Detailed answer

The Ashbridges Bay Boat Launch, located at 1561 Lake Shore Boulevard East in Toronto, Ontario, features two heavy-duty concrete boat launching ramps designed for recreational and small commercial vessels. Each ramp is constructed with reinforced concrete, approximately 6 meters wide, with a gradual slope of approximately 12% to ensure safe trailer backing and vessel retrieval. The approach water depth at the ramp ends ranges from 6.5 feet (approximately 2 meters) at the shallowest point to over 8 feet (approximately 2.4 meters) at the deeper end, accommodating most fishing boats, runabouts, and small sailboats. Navigation to the launch site is via the Coatsworth Cut channel, a man-made waterway connecting Lake Ontario to the inner Ashbridges Bay marina; the channel is marked with navigational buoys and has a maintained depth of at least 7 feet (2.1 meters). For parking, designated vehicle-and-trailer spaces are available in the adjacent lot. As of 2025, the parking fee is CAD $2.50 per hour, with a daily maximum of CAD $15.00. Payment is accepted via credit card, debit card, or the ParkTO mobile app. Overnight parking is prohibited, and all trailers must be properly secured. The facility is open from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM daily during the boating season (May to October), with reduced hours in the off-season. Regular maintenance ensures the ramps remain free of debris and ice during winter months, though launch operations are suspended when ice conditions are hazardous.

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