Boat Ramp Guide
lake Minnesota

Boat Ramps on Island

Island has 7 public boat ramps across 6 counties in Minnesota. All 7 are free to use. 5 have concrete ramps. 7 have parking available.

7
Ramps
7
Free
7
Parking
6
Counties
Island, Minnesota
Photo: NPS / Paul Brown via Recreation.gov

Weather Conditions

About Island

Nihoa is unlike any other Northwestern Hawaiian Island (NWHI) with its nine hundred-foot cliffs, basalt rock surface, and tiny beach. This small island is about 1-square km and is at the southeastern end of the NWHI chain. All ramps are free to use. Ramp surfaces include 5 paved concrete ramps suitable for larger motorized vessels, 2 carry-in launches for kayaks and canoes. 7 have designated parking (5 with trailer parking). Ramps are managed by Anoka County, DNR Division of Parks and Trails.

Ramp Locations · 7 on Island

Things to Do

Fishing Boating Camping Wildlife Viewing Hiking Hunting Photography Picnicking Swimming Paddling Birding Water Sports Biking Interpretive Programs Historic & Cultural Site Non-Motorized Boating Snorkeling Water Access Kayaking Wilderness Visitor Center Canoeing Diving Environmental Education Motor Boat Playground Park Specialized Sport Site Day Use Area Horseback Riding Sailing Winter Sports Beachcombing Sea Kayaking Educational Programs Guided Interpretive Walks Hotel/Lodge/Resort Privately Owned Information Site Other Recreation Concession Site Ranger Station Recreational Vehicles Mountain Biking Swimming Site Water Activities Auto Touring Fire Lookouts/Cabins Overnight Scenic Drive Archery Backpacking Beach Camping Clam Digging Climbing Crabbing Horse Camping Observation Site Off Road Vehicle Trails Paddle Boating Scuba Diving Star Gazing Surfing Whale Watching Accessible Facility Or Activity Berry Picking Cultural Activities Evening Programs Fish Hatchery Ice Climbing Ice Fishing Mountain Climbing Mushroom Picking Off Highway Vehicle Off Highway Vehicle Trails Recreation Programs River Trips Rock Climbing Snowshoeing Stargazing Whitewater Rafting Wild Horse Viewing Windsurfing Wood Cutting

Planning Your Visit

Based on the ramp facilities available, Island is well-suited for canoe, kayak, motorboat. Recreation activities in the area include Fishing, Boating, Camping, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Hunting, Photography, Picnicking.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many boat ramps are on Island?
Island has 7 public boat ramps across 6 counties.
Are there free boat ramps on Island?
Yes, 7 of the 7 ramps on Island are free to use.

Nearby Water Bodies

Big Pine (5 ramps) Long (Main Basin) (2 ramps) Shamineau (2 ramps) Spirit (2 ramps) Norway (6 ramps)

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