Planning work has started on improvements to three key Geelong boat ramps to boost capacity and make getting out on the water easier for boaters.
We’ve commissioned concept designs for upgrades to the Limeburners, Kirk Point and Avalon Beach boat ramps as part of the Victorian Government’s unprecedented investment to improve boating in Victoria.
In addition to making ramps free, establishing the Better Boating Fund and developing Victoria’s first Recreational Boating Strategy, works are being undertaken to increase capacity at three ramps in the greater Geelong region, which has one of the highest vessel ownership rates in Victoria.
The concept plans will consider additional car and trailer parking, additional lanes where possible as well as new and upgraded pontoons and jetties so more boats can be tied up during launching and retrieval.
Limeburners boat ramp in Geelong
Limeburners is a popular three-lane ramp within the Geelong CBD providing access for boaters year-round to the southern side of Corio Bay and has parking for almost 100 cars with trailers.
Kirk Point boat ramp near Avalon
Avalon Beach is a partially sheltered two-lane facility on the northern side of Corio Bay with space for up to 30 cars and trailers, while Kirk Point is an exposed one-lane facility with formalised and informal parking for up to 15 vehicles with trailers.
Avalon Beach boat ramp
Coastal engineers with experience in the planning, development and construction of boat launching facilities have been engaged to develop plans at these key locations. Input and advice on the plans will be sought from key user groups and facility managers over the coming months.
We’re committed to improving the boating experience across Victoria.
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