The one-lane concrete ramp at Joshua Porter Reserve is a top spot for boaters, boating enthusiasts, and visitors to launch small boats and personal watercraft (PWCs) into Lake Macquarie. The ramp is sheltered from winds but becomes shallow at low tide. It can be filled with weeds or mud at times. There is a turning area to assist with backing up, as well as a beaching area. Just a few meters away is a jetty that extends into the water, providing a great spot for fishing from the shore or tying a boat.

Mostly frequented by locals, it's important to be mindful of this lovely area.

The Reserve features a quiet park with barbecue and picnic facilities in shaded grassy spots. Additional amenities include clean toilets, fish cleaning tables, a fenced children's playground, and swimming areas.

There is also wide space parking for cars and trailers.

Feature	Description
Number of ramp lanes	1 (with a jetty a few metres away)
Fish cleaning facilities	Yes
Carpark spaces	Plenty of parking spaces for cars and trailers
Amenities	Picnic areas, BBQ areas, playground, swimming areas, and toilets
Ramp rating	- Very Good

If you're looking to buy a boat or upgrade your boat engine, Insinc Marine is the perfect destination. Located just a 21-minute drive from the ramp, they offer a wide selection of Quintrex, Crownline, and Baysports boats, and Mercury engines. You can easily trailer your boat to the dealership and then back to the ramp without it taking up too much time. Additionally, they sell boat trailers, marine gear, fishing supplies, and a variety of other boating equipment.