The Ōhope boat ramp sits on the edge of Ōhiwa Harbour in the Bay of Plenty, opposite the golf course on the Ōhope Spit.

Managed by Whakatāne District Council, the facility includes a boat ramp and car and trailer parking, giving boaters straightforward access to the harbour.

Ōhiwa Harbour is a large, shallow estuary known for its unspoilt scenery, wildlife, and variety of water sports including boating, fishing, swimming, and kayaking.

Mariners should be aware that much of the harbour is very shallow, and the bar at the harbour mouth shifts constantly and can be hazardous. Local signage and the "Boating in the Bay" booklet outline navigation rules for the area.