Stoddard River Park

Located in Vernon County near Stoddard, Wisconsin, Stoddard River Park provides a concrete slab boat ramp offering direct access to the Mississippi River's Pool 7. The 25-foot-wide ramp accommodates a wide range of watercraft, from kayaks and canoes to larger boats. The site is fully accessible and equipped with restrooms, a fishing pier, and picnic facilities, making it suitable for day trips and longer outings.

The Mississippi River at this location is a major waterway with substantial flow (averaging over 685,000 cubic feet per second) and moderate current velocities around 11 feet per second. Paddlers should be prepared for river conditions typical of the Upper Mississippi—watch for the stump field near Stoddard (marked by channel marker 684.7) and use appropriate caution. The ramp sits within the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge, offering scenic access to Pool 7 between Trempealeau, Wisconsin and Dresbach, Minnesota.

Additional amenities and services are available nearby, including camping options at adjacent facilities. For emergencies, contact 911; for non-emergency assistance, the Vernon County Sheriff's office can be reached at (608) 637-2124.