The town's public trailer ramp for Pleasant Bay, a single paved slip at the end of Ryders Cove Road. Getting out to open water means 2 to 3 miles of narrow, tide-swept channel, so the town flags it for boaters with real navigation experience.
What to expect
Parking
Resident sticker Resident/taxpayer beach, transfer station, recycling or combination sticker required · unconfirmed
Launch type
Paved town ramp, usable at all tides; the main North Chatham/Pleasant Bay trailer launch.
Entry fee
Parking at Ryder's Cove needs a Chatham resident/taxpayer beach, transfer station, recycling or combination sticker.
Boat Launch (Trailer)
Allowed year-round, all tides
Managed by
Chatham Recreation & Beaches Division / Harbormaster
508-945-5175 · WebsiteWhat's here
On site
Fuel
Available at the adjacent private Ryder's Cove Boat Yard, not at the town ramp itself
Common questions
Is this the same as Ryder's Cove Boat Yard marina?
No. Ryder's Cove is a town landing; the boat yard is a separate private business on the same road.
What kind of launch is Ryders Cove Ramp?
Paved town ramp, usable at all tides; the main North Chatham/Pleasant Bay trailer launch.
Where do I park at Ryders Cove Ramp?
Resident sticker (Resident/taxpayer beach, transfer station, recycling or combination sticker required).
Is there an entry fee at Ryders Cove Ramp?
Parking at Ryder's Cove needs a Chatham resident/taxpayer beach, transfer station, recycling or combination sticker.
What rules should I know at Ryders Cove Ramp?
Launching here requires strong navigation and boat-handling skills; the route out to open water runs 2 to 3 miles through narrow, tide-swept channels and one of the Chatham cuts.