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Access Site MN

Mississippi River, Lake Winnibigoshish Rec Area S*

Mississippi River

Source: minnesota_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago

City: Ball Club, MN
County: Itasca County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 47.42872413, -94.04945064
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
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 Mosomo Point Boat Area provides a concrete double boat ramp with a center dock for launching onto 56,470-acre Lake Winnibigoshish, one of Minnesota's largest lakes. The facility includes parking for approximately 20 vehicles and an accessible fishing pier nearby. This is a popular and well-maintained access point suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats of various sizes.

Lake Winnibigoshish connects to the Mississippi River, which at this location is a major river system with significant flow (averaging over 685,000 cubic feet per second). The water here reflects the river's character as it flows north through Minnesota—expect moderate current and conditions typical of a large northern waterway. The area is excellent for fishing, with northern pike, walleye, cisco, and panfish commonly caught.

Located approximately 20 miles north of Deer River just off Highway 46 near the Cut Foot Sioux Visitor Center and bridge, this site offers convenient access to a major water recreation destination. Several campgrounds are within 10 miles, including nearby Winnie Dam Campground and Tamarack Point Campground, making it a good base for extended paddling or boating trips.
Federal Facility Information
Free Access

A concrete boat ramp provides access to the 2852 acre Cut Foot Sioux Lake. The lake is west of MN Highway 46. Northern pike, walleye, cisco, perch and other panfish are found in this lake. This is a very popular landing as it has double ramp with a dock in the middle. Parking for twenty vehicles is available. There is an accessible fishing pier nearby.

Nearby Campgrounds (3 within 10 miles)
CUT FOOT HORSE CAMPGROUND
On-site Reservable
Winnie Dam Campground - USACE
On-site Reservable
Tamarack Point Campground
On-site
Nearby Recreation Areas
Mississippi River Headwaters - Winnibigosh Lake Located within
Mississippi River Headwaters - Leech Lake Located within
Chippewa National Forest Located within
Nearby Boat Facilities
East Seelye Bay Boat Area On-site
Little Cut Foot Sioux Boat Area On-site
Mosomo Point Boat Area On-site
Amenities
restrooms