The Boat Launch is open. Interested in an annual permit? Contact Julie Byers at jbyers@bellevuewa.gov and see the application below.
The Southeast 40th Street Boat Launch provides boat access to Lake Washington. Located at 118th Avenue Southeast and Southeast 40th Street, the launch has one lane for launching, one lane for retrieving boats and approximately 65 parking spaces designated for vehicles and trailers. One vehicle/trailer parking space is reserved for vehicles with a Washington handicap permit.
A launch permit entitles the purchaser to park for up to 24 hours on a space-available basis. Fees can be paid on a daily basis at the boat launch, or an annual permit may be purchased. The pay station does not accept coins or bills; only debit or credit cards can be used to buy a permit.
Annual permits are available beginning in January and are valid for the remainder of the current calendar year, regardless of date purchased.
Application and Fees
2026 Fees
- Daily Launch: $17
- 3-Day Launch Pass (Excludes Seafair weekend): $48
- Annual Individual Permit:
- $146: Bellevue residents
- $184: Non-residents
Instructions
Download the application and mail, or deliver in person, the completed form to the Bellevue Aquatic Center (601 143rd Ave. NE, Bellevue, WA 98007), along with payment (checks payable to the "City of Bellevue").
Non-motorized Watercrafts
SE 40th Street Boat Launch is also a non-motorized watercraft launch site.
Driving Directions to the Boat Launch
From I-405, take the Coal Creek Parkway exit. At the bottom of the ramp, turn west. Turn left on Southeast 40th Street.