The Corio Bay Ramp, also known as the St. Helen’s Boat Ramp, is located on Swinburne Street along the shores of Corio Bay. It features a two-lane concrete ramp with floating pontoons, making launching and retrieving straightforward and providing easy access for families when loading or unloading. One consideration is the shallow entry at low tide, which can make launching more difficult during those periods.
The area is a well-known fishing spot, with anglers regularly targeting species such as snapper, flathead, and whiting. For those without a boat, there is also a shoreline platform that allows for land-based fishing.
Adjacent to the ramp is St. Helen’s Park, a community space overlooking the bay. The park offers a pleasant setting for swimming, picnicking, or simply enjoying the view. Facilities include picnic tables, barbecues, toilets, and a walking path that follows the shoreline. There is also ample parking available for both vehicles and boat trailers, making it a convenient and accessible location for a day by the water.
| Feature |
Description |
| Number of ramp lanes |
2 (with floating pontoon) |
| Fish cleaning facilities |
Yes |
| Carpark spaces |
Ample parking spots for cars and trailers available |
| Amenities |
Garbage bins, BBQs, toilets, picnic areas, camp areas |
| Ramp rating |
 - Very Good |
If you are looking to
buy boats or need to upgrade your boat engine, look no further than Geelong Boating Centre
(a Quintrex, Sea Farer, Formosa, and White Pointer boat and Yamaha outboard
engines dealership) they are approximately a 16-minute drive from Corio Bay.
You can easily trailer your boat to the dealership and back to the ramp without
taking too much time. You can also buy a boat trailer, marine gear, fishing
supplies, and boating equipment from well-known brands.