Point Park Public Water Access

Mississippi River Point Park in Champlin offers a convenient public boat ramp for accessing the upper Mississippi River. Located in Hennepin County near downtown Champlin, this site provides ramp access to one of North America's major waterways. The park setting includes amenities typical of public river access areas, making it a straightforward launch point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboaters.

Be prepared for the Mississippi's significant current and volume at this location. The river here is a major waterway (USGS Stream Order 10) with an average flow of approximately 685,000 cubic feet per second and average velocity of 11.24 feet per second. Paddlers should have appropriate experience and skills for strong current conditions. The river's relatively gentle average gradient of 0.8 feet per mile means you'll encounter locks and dams downstream—plan accordingly if you intend to travel extended distances.

For specific information about ramp conditions, parking availability, facilities, hours of operation, and any access fees, contact local park management or check with the Minnesota DNR. The site's proximity to Champlin makes it accessible via US Highway 49 Business.