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The FM 124 access point provides boat ramp access to the Colorado River in San Saba County. **A gate code is required to access this site**, and the Texas River School requests a suggested donation of $5 per person and $5 per boat. Contact ahead to confirm current access procedures and obtain necessary gate codes before your visit.
The Colorado River at this location is a major river system with significant flow—averaging 2,220 cubic feet per second with an average velocity of 7.75 feet/second. Paddlers and boaters should be prepared for a substantial waterway with a noticeable current. The river maintains a moderate gradient of 3.2 feet per mile in this region. This access point is located in the upper-middle Colorado River system, approximately 897 miles from the river's mouth at the Gulf of Mexico.
This ramp is suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats seeking access to the Colorado River corridor. Plan ahead by contacting local management to confirm gate access and current conditions, particularly if you're coordinating multi-day trips or shuttle runs.