Access Site
WI
Wisconsin River Drive
Source: wisconsin_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago
City: Port Edwards, WI
County: Wood County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 44.35204705, -89.85601374
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Location
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Wisconsin River
7 runs (3 nearby)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
Downstream from here Upstream from here
I-II
Downstream from here (21.3 mi to put-in)
E) Stevens Point: Whiting Dam, Al Tech County Park (PnP, 0.6mi.)
5.4 mi
I(III)
Downstream from here (47.1 mi to put-in)
F) Wisconsin Dells - Narrows (Blackhawk Island) (PnP)
6.2 mi
II-III
Upstream from here (44.4 mi from take-out)
D) Wausau Slalom Course (0.35 mile modified natural channel)
0.3 mi
125 ft/mi
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
**Location & Amenities**
Wisconsin River Drive provides public boat ramp access to the Wisconsin River in Port Edwards, Wood County. The site features off-street parking and a pay station that accepts credit cards. Note that parking is actively monitored daily, so you must display your payment receipt visibly on your vehicle's dashboard to avoid citations.
**Access & Paddling Conditions**
This ramp serves as a convenient launch point for exploring the Wisconsin River and nearby paddling opportunities, including the scenic Wisconsin River islands near Wisconsin Rapids. The Wisconsin River system offers diverse paddling terrain, making it suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and motorized boaters. Before heading out, check current river conditions and water levels, as the river's character varies significantly depending on recent weather and dam releases upstream. This is an established state-operated landing, making it a reliable choice for accessing this major Wisconsin waterway.
Wisconsin River Drive provides public boat ramp access to the Wisconsin River in Port Edwards, Wood County. The site features off-street parking and a pay station that accepts credit cards. Note that parking is actively monitored daily, so you must display your payment receipt visibly on your vehicle's dashboard to avoid citations.
**Access & Paddling Conditions**
This ramp serves as a convenient launch point for exploring the Wisconsin River and nearby paddling opportunities, including the scenic Wisconsin River islands near Wisconsin Rapids. The Wisconsin River system offers diverse paddling terrain, making it suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and motorized boaters. Before heading out, check current river conditions and water levels, as the river's character varies significantly depending on recent weather and dam releases upstream. This is an established state-operated landing, making it a reliable choice for accessing this major Wisconsin waterway.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Wisconsin River islands in Wisconsin Rapids
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