Patterson River Launching Way

Patterson River Launching Way is located on the Patterson River in Carrum, approximately 28km southeast of Melbourne CBD. The high-capacity estuarine facility features a total of ten concrete launching lanes configured as two separate three-lane ramps and two separate two-lane ramps, protected from open bay wave action. Staging is supported by boarding pontoons equipped with two mechanical hoists to assist boaters with disabilities. Outbound vessels must navigate a dynamic river mouth bar subject to rapid sand build-up, strong river currents, and potential flash flooding, with depths monitored via live trip preparation cameras on the Boating Vic network. Amenities include a massive paved carpark with over 350 designated car-trailer spaces, public toilets, electric barbecues, lighting, and wheelchair-accessible picnic shelters, with free parking and launching.