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Access Site WI

Interstate State Park

Saint Croix River

Source: wisconsin_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago

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City: Dresser, WI
County: Polk County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 45.39546884, -92.65808095
Park Rd, Dresser, WI 54009, USA
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
St. Croix River at St. Croix Falls, WI 1 mi away
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Bull Brook at Cnty Trnk Highway F near Amery, WI 18.3 mi away
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Apple River above 05341499 at Park IN Somerset, WI 18.5 mi away
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Saint Croix River
3 runs (2 nearby)
Difficulty Classes
I Easy II Novice III Intermediate IV Advanced V Expert/Extreme VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site: Put-in at this location This location is on the run Take-out at this location
Downstream from here Upstream from here
II-III Put-in at this location C) Taylors Falls (PnP)
0.1 mi
I-II Upstream from here (2.3 mi from take-out) B) Riverside Landing to St. Croix Falls (up to 77 miles)
77.0 mi
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
I-II 55 mi away A) Gordon Dam to Riverside Landing (23.3 miles)
23.4 mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Located in Dresser along the Saint Croix River, this access point provides a 20-foot-wide boat ramp suitable for launching kayaks, canoes, and other recreational watercraft. The ramp is situated just 0.5 miles from Interstate State Park's main area, offering convenient access to one of the most scenic stretches of the Saint Croix River. This section is known for its picturesque bluffs and is popular among paddlers and anglers.

Paddlers should note that this access point is ideal for kayaks and canoes, with a strong paddling corridor extending 15.4 miles downstream to William O'Brien State Park Landing. Class 1-2 rapids are present below Highway 8, adding mild whitewater excitement to this leg. For larger motorboats, William O'Brien State Park offers better trailer parking and launch facilities. Plan your trip accordingly based on your vessel type and skill level.