From Monday 18 September there will be no parking available directly outside the Gorge Road Council office due to construction activity associated with the Town Centre Arterial Road. Our Gorge Road Council office will be open as usual. But if you’d prefer, you can make use of our online services via our website or give us a call on 03 441 0499.

Strong winds and heavy rain have affected many roads and some properties across the district. Queenstown emergency services and QLDC are currently dealing with a number of properties impacted by the weather. Some residents have self-evacuated and those requiring shelter are being supported at Queenstown Memorial Hall. Further information here.

Boat Ramp Permit Fees

To purchase a ramp fee, please visit our offices at either 10 Gorge Road in Queenstown, or 47 Ardmore Street in Wānaka.


Permit Fees

Item/s Cost
Recreation Boating Ramp Permit Fee $50 a year
Daily Ramp Permit Fee (up to 24 hours) $5

Other Fees and Information

Some important considerations include:

  1. A boat ramp permit is required per trailer.

  2. Boat ramp permits must be displayed on the trailer.

When these tickets are displayed, the $5.00 ramp fee does not apply.

For more information on fees, please check our Navigation Safety Bylaw 2018.