Access Site
WI
Muscoda West
Wisconsin River • Big Cat Slough
Source: wisconsin_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago
City: Muscoda, WI
County: Grant County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 43.19744160, -90.44587726
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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
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
II
50 mi away
G) Prairie du Sac (PnP)
0.3 mi
I(III)
55 mi away
F) Wisconsin Dells - Narrows (Blackhawk Island) (PnP)
6.2 mi
I-II
107 mi away
E) Stevens Point: Whiting Dam, Al Tech County Park (PnP, 0.6mi.)
5.4 mi
II-III
134 mi away
D) Wausau Slalom Course (0.35 mile modified natural channel)
0.3 mi
125 ft/mi
II-III+(IV)
152 mi away
C) Grandfather Falls (1 mile)
0.9 mi
60 ft/mi
I-II(III)
173 mi away
B) Camp 10 to Menard Isle (4 miles)
4.5 mi
II-III
183 mi away
A) Rhinelander (0.3 mile modified natural channel)
0.3 mi
86 ft/mi
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Muscoda West is a concrete boat ramp on the Wisconsin River's west side in Muscoda, Grant County, offering public access via Indiana Avenue. This is a straightforward launch and takeout point for paddlers and boaters exploring this section of the river. The site includes restroom facilities, making it a practical stop for longer trips. However, paddlers should note that staging should occur on the adjacent bank rather than on the main ramp itself to keep the launch clear.
For kayakers and canoeists, be aware that this is primarily a takeout point rather than an ideal launching location. The nearby Old Muscoda Landing is considered superior for paddlers and may be worth using if you're planning to begin your paddle here. The Wisconsin River in this area is a substantial, flow-regulated waterway with dam operations upstream—plan accordingly and be aware of water level fluctuations. Several other access points exist both upstream and downstream along the river corridor, giving you flexibility for multi-day trips or shuttle paddles.
For kayakers and canoeists, be aware that this is primarily a takeout point rather than an ideal launching location. The nearby Old Muscoda Landing is considered superior for paddlers and may be worth using if you're planning to begin your paddle here. The Wisconsin River in this area is a substantial, flow-regulated waterway with dam operations upstream—plan accordingly and be aware of water level fluctuations. Several other access points exist both upstream and downstream along the river corridor, giving you flexibility for multi-day trips or shuttle paddles.