Access Site
WI
Jim Freeman Memorial Park
Source: wisconsin_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago
City: Nekoosa, WI
County: Wood County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 44.29425243, -89.89061370
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Location
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Wisconsin River
7 runs (3 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
Downstream from here Upstream from here
I(III)
Downstream from here (43.4 mi to put-in)
F) Wisconsin Dells - Narrows (Blackhawk Island) (PnP)
6.2 mi
I-II
Upstream from here (25.3 mi from take-out)
E) Stevens Point: Whiting Dam, Al Tech County Park (PnP, 0.6mi.)
5.4 mi
II-III
Upstream from here (49.0 mi from take-out)
D) Wausau Slalom Course (0.35 mile modified natural channel)
0.3 mi
125 ft/mi
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
**Location & Access:** Jim Freeman Memorial Park is a public boat ramp and carry-in access site located in Nekoosa along the Wisconsin River in Wood County. The facility provides launching options for kayaks, canoes, and motorized boats onto this major Wisconsin waterway.
**Paddling Opportunities:** The Wisconsin River offers extensive paddling possibilities in this region, with nearby islands and varied terrain to explore around Wisconsin Rapids. From Jim Freeman, paddlers can access approximately 2.0 miles of river to Plank Hill Small Boat Access downstream, making for manageable day-trip distances. The Wisconsin River's character varies throughout its course, providing opportunities for both casual paddling and more adventurous outings depending on water conditions and your skill level.
**Planning Your Visit:** As a publicly-owned access site, Jim Freeman Memorial Park is part of Wisconsin's network of DNR-managed boat landings. Before paddling, check current river conditions and water levels, as flow can vary seasonally. For a complete list of other public access points and detailed recreational information, visit the Wisconsin DNR's boat access website.
**Paddling Opportunities:** The Wisconsin River offers extensive paddling possibilities in this region, with nearby islands and varied terrain to explore around Wisconsin Rapids. From Jim Freeman, paddlers can access approximately 2.0 miles of river to Plank Hill Small Boat Access downstream, making for manageable day-trip distances. The Wisconsin River's character varies throughout its course, providing opportunities for both casual paddling and more adventurous outings depending on water conditions and your skill level.
**Planning Your Visit:** As a publicly-owned access site, Jim Freeman Memorial Park is part of Wisconsin's network of DNR-managed boat landings. Before paddling, check current river conditions and water levels, as flow can vary seasonally. For a complete list of other public access points and detailed recreational information, visit the Wisconsin DNR's boat access website.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Wisconsin River islands in Wisconsin Rapids
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