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The Sherman Avenue launch provides public access to the Fox River and Lake Puckaway near Marquette in Green Lake County. This city-owned ramp offers a convenient entry point for kayakers, canoeists, and small boats looking to explore this scenic waterway system. Street parking is available at the site.
**Access & Fees:** A seasonal permit is required to use this ramp (April through October). Resident permits are $20, non-resident permits are $40, and senior permits are $5 per season. Permits can be purchased at the Marquette Police Department. The site has water access and street vehicle access, though amenities are limited.
**Nearby Paddling:** This location provides easy access to the Fox River National Wildlife Refuge, a 1,054-acre protected area featuring wetland and upland habitat—excellent for wildlife viewing and paddling. Paddlers have options to explore different sections of the Fox River system or venture onto Lake Puckaway. Several other public launches nearby (Apuckawa Park Access, Lotus Drive Launch) offer alternative entry points if this ramp is congested.