Browns Point could very well be private. I've just seen boats launching there, never done it myself. As for when the boat launch at Redondo will open, the sign up on the parking lot fence (which was just put there the other day) states that the parking lot will be closed until January, and while it did not say anything about the opening date of the launch, it does list several planned improvements that involved the launch, such as a new floating breakwater, and improved launch surface. Even if they open the launch before the parking lot, there will be nowhere to park a trailer. Considering the amount of street parking, I would pretty much count on not being able to use the launch until both are open, unless you plan on someone driving your trailer back home while you're out and bringing it back when you come in. I live by Redondo, and drive by the dock every time I go to work. I'll let everyone know if there's any changes.