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The Ogden boat ramp provides access to the Kansas River at river mile 164.5, located approximately one mile below the K-18 bridge in Ogden, Riley County. This is a new access point situated on river left (south bank) near colorful apartments south of K-18 and Walnut Street—follow the old dirt access road east to reach the concrete ramp. The site offers convenient put-in and take-out for kayakers and canoeists exploring this section of the Kansas River.
Paddlers should be aware that this stretch of the Kansas River is characterized as one of the river's wilder sections. The Kansas is a major river system with an average flow of 9,283 cubic feet per second and average velocity of 4.2 feet per second, with a relatively modest gradient of 1.9 feet per mile. The next downstream access point is located approximately 9 miles away at river mile 163.4, making trip planning essential. Watch for unusual currents, particularly where tributaries merge into the main channel, and consult resources like the Friends of the Kaw interactive map to identify in-river hazards and plan your paddling route safely.