Access Site
KY
Doug Travis Water Management Area
Source: kentucky_department_of_fish_and_wildlife_resources Updated 1 year ago
City: Bardwell, KY
County: Carlisle County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 36.85481829, -89.12754489
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Location
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Mississippi River
1 run
There are no whitewater runs within 50 miles of this access site.
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Difficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
The Doug Travis WMA offers access to the Mississippi River via the Laketon Road boat ramp located at the northern border of the property near Bardwell, Kentucky. This access point is managed by the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources and serves kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats looking to launch on this major waterway.
**What to Expect:** The Mississippi River at this location is a powerful, large-scale waterway with an average flow of over 685,000 cubic feet per second and typical velocities around 11 feet per second. Boaters should be prepared for significant current conditions when launching or retrieving vessels at this ramp. The river's substantial size and flow make it suitable primarily for experienced paddlers and boaters familiar with major river conditions. The area is part of the Mississippi River floodplain, so water levels and conditions can vary seasonally.
Plan accordingly for the strong current and bring appropriate safety equipment. Check current water conditions before launching, and consider your skill level relative to the river's substantial flow and size.
**What to Expect:** The Mississippi River at this location is a powerful, large-scale waterway with an average flow of over 685,000 cubic feet per second and typical velocities around 11 feet per second. Boaters should be prepared for significant current conditions when launching or retrieving vessels at this ramp. The river's substantial size and flow make it suitable primarily for experienced paddlers and boaters familiar with major river conditions. The area is part of the Mississippi River floodplain, so water levels and conditions can vary seasonally.
Plan accordingly for the strong current and bring appropriate safety equipment. Check current water conditions before launching, and consider your skill level relative to the river's substantial flow and size.