Shore Acres Drive, Innisfil – Boat Launch

Summer is just around the corner, which means boating season is beginning. However, due to coronavirus, there are many special considerations for this year’s boating season. This article is meant to serve as a guide to the boat launch located at the end of Shore Acres Drive in Innisfil. It is meant so that you may decide if this launch will suit your needs, and can keep updated on the various government regulations surrounding the use of these facilities. 

Location Address

GPS Coordinates – 44.228777, -79.530383

Innisfil, ON

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Features of Boat Launch

Paved – Yes, this is a paved launch. 

Dock – No, there is no dock attached to this launch. 

Suitable For – This dock is 1-lane wide, and suitable for small-medium sized boats. 

Parking – There is no attached parking to this launch. Boaters typically use street parking, however they do note that it is limited. There is a parking lot next door for Kon Tiki Marina if you are a customer. 

Amenities – There are no public amenities nearby this boat launch. However, there are amenities in Kon Tiki Marina next door, so long as you are a customer or member. 

Comments – Please note that due to coronavirus, the opening and operation of this boat launch will be effected in the summer of 2020. It remains to be seen how operational this launch will be, when it will be open, and how physical distancing will be enforced. Keep an eye on the Coronavirus FAQ Page on the Innisfil webpage for more updated details. 

Fees – This is a free boat launch, as it is publicly regulated. 

Nearby Attractions

This boat launch is located in the Gilford area of Innisfil. Innisfil is a town along the shore of Lake Simcoe. Because of its closeness to nature and water, many people visit this area to spend time outdoors, including the parks, trails, and, of course, the lake. Outside of outdoor activities, Innisfil has many shops, restaurants, and farmer’s markets. 

This particular boat launch is also right next to Kon Tiki marina. This makes it ideal if you are looking to rent a boat, rent equipment, or even seek assistance on what to buy. 

Weather Link

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Reviews

Because this is an isolated boat launch, and not attached to a park or marina, there are limited reviews of this ramp available. However, based on information we have gathered from town newspapers and online message boards, we can say that this boat launch has mixed reviews. 

It is simply a no-frills boat launch. It is free to use, and is maintained. It is located at the end of Shore Acres Drive, so as long as it is not in use you are free to launch your boat there. 

However, many boaters were upset at the lack of parking nearby. Most had to rely on street parking, which fills up fast. Additionally, it is not the widest boat launch, and is not suitable for larger boats. And because it is at the end of a road, there is not a large space for you to turn your trailer around. 

Please consider these factors when deciding whether this boat launch is suitable for your needs.