Boat Ramps NearbyWhitten's Access
Whitten's Access gives you public access to the water in Alton, MO. Closest alternative: Turner Mill South in Winona (3.6 miles).
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Alton, MO |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Good to know for Whitten's Access
- Lines, fenders and plug: sort them out in the lot, then roll down to Whitten's Access ready to go.
- Wet concrete is slippery: at Whitten's Access, brake on and transmission in park before you leave the driver's seat.
- Winch the boat on when you leave Whitten's Access, because prop wash from power loading undermines the concrete.
- Clean, Drain, Dry at Whitten's Access: clear off plants, drain bilge and livewell, and let everything dry before the next launch.
Read more: How to launch a boat from a trailer.
Small things for ramp day
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Illustration Bestseller Attwood 7524A7 snap-handle drain plug The forgotten drain plug is the classic ramp mistake. A spare in the glove box saves the day. View on Amazon -
Illustration Top pick Bungee dock lines with quick connect, shock absorbing Clip on in seconds while your partner parks the trailer. The bungee keeps the boat off the dock in wakes. View on Amazon -
Illustration Master Lock trailer coupler lock (fits 1-7/8", 2", 2-5/16") Your trailer sits alone in the ramp lot all day. A coupler lock keeps it where you left it. View on Amazon
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Illustration The classic ramp mistake
Never forget the drain plug again
A spare snap-handle plug in the glove box, and the full launch checklist that keeps the line moving.
Launch checklist
Illustration Loading the boat
Why rangers hate power loading
How to winch your boat on in a minute, and the small upgrades that make the drive home safer.
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About Whitten's Access
What is the address of Whitten's Access?
Whitten's Access is in Alton, Missouri. Use the directions button, which routes to the exact pin of Whitten's Access.
Is there a fee at Whitten's Access?
No fee information yet for Whitten's Access, so if you know it, tell us and we'll add it.
Can paddlers use Whitten's Access?
Kayaks are usually fine at Whitten's Access as long as trailers can still get through. The nearest dedicated kayak launch is Non Motorized in Alton, about 5.8 miles away.
Where else can you launch near Whitten's Access?
Turner Mill South in Winona (3.6 miles), Turner's Mill North in Winona (3.7 miles) and Tunner's Mill South in Winona (3.7 miles).
More boat ramps nearby
- Turner Mill South Winona, 3.6 mi
- Turner's Mill North Winona, 3.7 mi
- Tunner's Mill South Winona, 3.7 mi
- Non Motorized Alton, 5.8 mi