Boat Ramp Guide
lake Minnesota

Boat Ramps on Superior

Superior has 37 public boat ramps across 3 counties in Minnesota. All 37 are free to use. 11 have concrete ramps. 3 are ADA accessible. 21 have parking available.

37
Ramps
37
Free
3
ADA
21
Parking
3
Counties
Superior, Minnesota
Photo: Superior Mechanical via Google Maps

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About Superior

The 16,697-acre Lake Superior Reserve is a combination of four distinct land areas and portions of connecting waterways in Douglas County, in the northwest corner of Wisconsin where the St. Louis River flows into Lake Superior. All ramps are free to use. Ramp surfaces include 11 paved concrete ramps suitable for larger motorized vessels, 26 carry-in launches for kayaks and canoes. 3 ramps are ADA accessible, and 21 have designated parking (19 with trailer parking). Ramps are managed by City of Duluth, City of Grand Marais, DNR Division of Fish and Wildlife, and others.

Ramp Locations · 37 on Superior

Carry-in Free
canoekayak

French River Public Water Access Site

St. Louis Co., MN

0 🅿 5 spaces Trailers OK

MN DNR

Carry-in Free
canoekayak

Lake Superior, Baptism River Public Water Access Site

Lake Co., MN

0

MN DNR

Carry-in Free ♿ ADA
canoekayak

Lake Superior, Black Beach Public Water Access Site

Lake Co., MN

0 🅿 5 spaces

MN DNR

Carry-in Free
canoekayak

Lake Superior, Brighton Beach Public Water Access Site

St. Louis Co., MN

0

MN DNR

Concrete Free
motorboat

Lake Superior, Burlington Bay Public Water Access Site

Lake Co., MN

1 lane 🅿 8 spaces Trailers OK

MN DNR

Carry-in Free
canoekayak

Lake Superior, Cascade River Public Water Access Site

Cook Co., MN

0

MN DNR

Carry-in Free
canoekayak

Lake Superior, Cut Face Creek Wayside Rest Public Water Access Site

Cook Co., MN

0 🅿 12 spaces Trailers OK

MN DNR

Carry-in Free
canoekayak

Lake Superior, Gooseberry River Public Water Access Site

Lake Co., MN

0

MN DNR

Concrete Free
motorboat

Lake Superior, Grand Marais Safe Harbor Public Water Access Site

Cook Co., MN

2 lanes 🅿 30 spaces Trailers OK

MN DNR

Concrete Free
motorboat

Lake Superior, Grand Marais West Public Water Access Site

Cook Co., MN

1 lane 🅿 18 spaces Trailers OK

MN DNR

Concrete Free
motorboat

Lake Superior, Grand Portage Safe Harbor Public Water Access Site

Cook Co., MN

1 lane 🅿 40 spaces Trailers OK

MN DNR

Concrete Free
motorboat

Lake Superior, Horseshoe Bay Public Water Access Site

Cook Co., MN

1 lane 🅿 20 spaces Trailers OK

MN DNR

Carry-in Free
canoekayak

Lake Superior, Knife River Beach Public Water Access Site

Lake Co., MN

1 lane 🅿 7 spaces Trailers OK

MN DNR

Concrete Free
motorboat

Lake Superior, Knife River Marina and Harbor Public Water Access Site

Lake Co., MN

2 lanes 🅿 19 spaces Trailers OK

MN DNR

Carry-in Free
canoekayak

Lake Superior, Little Two Harbors Public Water Access Site

Lake Co., MN

0

MN DNR

Carry-in Free
canoekayak

Lake Superior, Lutsen Grandview Park Public Water Access Site

Cook Co., MN

0

MN DNR

Carry-in Free
canoekayak

Lake Superior, Schroeder Public Water Access Site

Cook Co., MN

1 lane 🅿 5 spaces Trailers OK

MN DNR

Concrete Free
motorboat

Lake Superior, Silver Bay Safe Harbor Public Water Access Site

Lake Co., MN

3 lanes 🅿 28 spaces Trailers OK

MN DNR

Carry-in Free
canoekayak

Lake Superior, Split Rock River Public Water Access Site

Lake Co., MN

0

MN DNR

Concrete Free
motorboat

Lake Superior, Taconite Safe Harbor Public Water Access Site

Cook Co., MN

2 lanes 🅿 45 spaces Trailers OK

MN DNR

Carry-in Free
canoekayak

Lake Superior, Temperance River SPK Public Water Access Site

Cook Co., MN

0

MN DNR

Concrete Free
motorboat

Lake Superior, Tofte Public Water Access Site

Cook Co., MN

1 lane 🅿 6 spaces Trailers OK

MN DNR

Concrete Free ♿ ADA
motorboat

Lake Superior, Twin Points Public Water Access Site

Lake Co., MN

2 lanes 🅿 33 spaces Trailers OK

MN DNR

Concrete Free
motorboat

Lake Superior, Two Harbors, Agate Bay boat launch Public Water Access Site

Lake Co., MN

3 lanes 🅿 72 spaces Trailers OK

MN DNR

Things to Do

Biking Auto Touring Boating Camping Fishing Hiking Historic & Cultural Site Swimming Wildlife Viewing Environmental Education Fire Lookouts/Cabins Overnight Hunting Interpretive Programs Off Highway Vehicle Other Recreation Concession Site Paddling Photography Picnicking Recreational Vehicles Visitor Center Winter Sports

Planning Your Visit

Based on the ramp facilities available, Superior is well-suited for canoe, kayak, motorboat. Recreation activities in the area include Biking, Auto Touring, Boating, Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Historic & Cultural Site, Swimming.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many boat ramps are on Superior?
Superior has 37 public boat ramps across 3 counties.
Are there free boat ramps on Superior?
Yes, 37 of the 37 ramps on Superior are free to use.
Are there ADA accessible boat ramps on Superior?
Yes, 3 ramps on Superior are ADA accessible.

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