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**Location & Access:** Sunset Bay is a public boat ramp located off Highway 188 in Lodi, Columbia County, providing access to Lake Wisconsin on the Wisconsin River. This is one of 15 public launches available on Lake Wisconsin, making it a convenient option for paddlers and boaters in the area.
**What to Expect:** Sunset Bay offers a slipway-style launch suitable for kayaks, canoes, and motorboats. Lake Wisconsin is a large impoundment of the Wisconsin River, offering relatively calm water conditions compared to free-flowing sections of the river upstream. The site is near the Leopold Wetland Management District, providing opportunities for wildlife viewing and nature-based recreation in addition to paddling.
**Planning Your Visit:** For current information on ramp conditions, amenities, hours, and any access fees, consult the Wisconsin DNR boat access website at dnr.wi.gov/topic/Lands/boataccess/. Topographic maps of the area are available online to help with trip planning. Given its location on Lake Wisconsin, this site works well for recreational paddling and boating rather than river paddling.