Lake Tyler offers multiple free public boat ramps operated by the City of Tyler and Smith County, with the Highway 64 Ramp featuring a single-lane concrete ramp and parking for 60 vehicles at the upper end of the lake.

Most ramps are open year-round and include amenities such as picnic areas and primitive camping on a first-come, first-serve basis, though the Highway 64 Ramp may not be usable during low water levels.