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Access Site WI

Wolf River Access

Wolf River

Source: wisconsin_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago

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City: Shawano, WI
County: Shawano County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 44.79292693, -88.62472221
W7606 Mink Ranch Ln, Shawano, WI 54166, USA
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Wolf River at Langlade, WI Same River 27.9 mi away
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Wolf River at New London, WI Same River 28.3 mi away
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Wolf River
7 runs
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
I-III+ Upstream from here (7.1 mi from take-out) G) Five Islands to Keshena Falls (9.5 miles) ** ACCESS ISSUES **
9.0 mi 7 ft/mi
II-III(IV) Upstream from here (15.5 mi from take-out) F) Sec.4: Otter Slide to Big Smokey Falls (5.96 miles) ** Access Fee **
5.9 mi 16 ft/mi
II(III) Upstream from here (18.5 mi from take-out) E) Gilmore's Mistake to Otter Slide ** Access Fee ** (5.9 miles)
5.8 mi 13 ft/mi
II(III) Upstream from here (22.5 mi from take-out) D) Sec.3: Langlade (Hwy 64) to Crab N Jack's Landing (3.9 or 10.3 miles)
10.1 mi 19 ft/mi
I-II Upstream from here (28.4 mi from take-out) C) Hollister Rd to Langlade (Hwy 64) (8 miles)
8.2 mi 15 ft/mi
I-II Upstream from here (36.5 mi from take-out) B) Hwy 52 (Lily) to Wolf Rd. (3.2 - 6.5 miles )
3.3 mi 13 ft/mi
I-II Upstream from here (39.0 mi from take-out) A) CTH.A (S.of Pearson) to Hwy.52 (Lily) (10.4 miles)
10.6 mi 8 ft/mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
**Location & Access:**
Mink Ranch Lane provides a public boat ramp and carry-in access point on the Wolf River near Shawano in Shawano County, Wisconsin. This is a publicly-owned facility managed as part of Wisconsin's extensive network of DNR-listed boat access sites.

**Practical Information for Paddlers:**
This ramp serves kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats looking to access the Wolf River in this region. As a developed access site, it offers both ramp and carry-in options, making it suitable for various watercraft types and skill levels. Paddlers should consult current Wisconsin DNR resources and local conditions reports before launching, as river conditions can vary seasonally. For specific details on parking, facilities, hours of operation, and any access fees, contact the Shawano County Parks or Wisconsin DNR directly, as these details are not standardized across all public access sites.

**Planning Your Visit:**
Check current water levels and flow conditions on the Wolf River before your trip. It's recommended to verify facility amenities and any seasonal closures ahead of time through official Wisconsin DNR channels at dnr.wi.gov.