Access Site
TX
US287 Bridge
Trinity River • Richland Creek
Source: texas_parks_and_wildlife_department Updated 1 year ago
City: TX
County: Anderson
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 31.96746500, -96.04658900
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About This Access Site
The US287 Bridge boat ramp provides public access to the Trinity River near Trinity, Texas. Located off Texas 94 (approximately 3 miles east of Trinity), this straightforward facility offers a simple launch point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats. The ramp is situated on the right side of the bridge and serves as a convenient entry point to this major waterway.
The Trinity River at this location is a substantial stream—a major river system with an average flow of 9,510 cubic feet per second and an average velocity of 5.92 feet/second. Paddlers should be aware of occasional submerged hazards, including tree stumps that may create V-shaped wakes on the surface; staying in the middle of the river and using a trolling motor near banks can help avoid these obstacles. With a gentle average gradient of 0.8 feet/mile, this section of the river is generally manageable for intermediate paddlers, though water conditions vary seasonally with rainfall.
The Trinity River at this location is a substantial stream—a major river system with an average flow of 9,510 cubic feet per second and an average velocity of 5.92 feet/second. Paddlers should be aware of occasional submerged hazards, including tree stumps that may create V-shaped wakes on the surface; staying in the middle of the river and using a trolling motor near banks can help avoid these obstacles. With a gentle average gradient of 0.8 feet/mile, this section of the river is generally manageable for intermediate paddlers, though water conditions vary seasonally with rainfall.