Milford

The Milford boat ramp is a town-maintained facility featuring a single cement ramp in good condition, located on the Penobscot River in Milford, Maine. Parking is adequate for vehicle and trailer access. This ramp primarily serves commercial and recreational boaters, with many vessels moored in the harbor year-round.

For paddlers planning trips on the Penobscot River, note that the Milford area sits near the head-of-tide section of this historically significant Atlantic salmon river. The ramp provides convenient access for kayaks and canoes, though paddlers heading downstream should be aware of dam portages—notably the Milford Dam downstream of this launch. The nearby Sunkhaze Meadows National Wildlife Refuge (approximately 14 miles north) offers excellent paddling opportunities in a protected natural setting.

This is a straightforward, no-frills access point best suited for day trips and fishing excursions rather than a dedicated paddling destination. Check local conditions before launching, as tidal influence and seasonal water levels affect paddling feasibility on this section of the river.