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Access Site WI

Ranch Road

Beaver Dam River • Beaver Dam River - Beaver Dam Lake • Beaver Dam River - Fox Lake

Source: wisconsin_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago

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City: Richwood, WI
County: Dodge County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 43.25838715, -88.82340498
755G+9J Richwood, WI, USA
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Beaver Dam River
1 run
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-II Upstream from here (9.9 mi from take-out) Cotton Mill Park to CTH.J (5.35 miles)
5.4 mi 10 ft/mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Ranch Road provides a public boat ramp access point to the Beaver Dam River in Richwood, Dodge County. This site offers a convenient launch location for kayakers, canoeists, and motorized boaters looking to access this popular waterway. The access point is located in a rural setting near Richwood and serves as one of several public launch options in the area.

Before planning your trip, contact Dodge County Parks or the Wisconsin DNR for current information about parking availability, any user fees, ramp conditions, and seasonal access details. Water conditions on the Beaver Dam River can vary seasonally, so checking recent reports from local paddlers or the DNR is recommended. The area is popular with both anglers and recreational paddlers, making it a good option for various water activities depending on your skill level and interests.