Easter Ferry Ramp is a public boat ramp on Elk River in Athens, AL. From Huntsville it's roughly 29 miles in a straight line. The next public ramp is Buck Island Ramp in Athens, about 2.2 miles away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Athens, AL |
| Water | Elk River |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
| Wheelchair | not accessible |
Official public water access in Alabama, including Easter Ferry Ramp: Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ramps); ALEA Marine Patrol (boating rules).
Elk River has 5 more public launches besides Easter Ferry Ramp. Elk River overview
Step by step: How to launch a boat from a trailer, plus ramp etiquette.
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Illustration The classic ramp mistake
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
How to winch your boat on in a minute, and the small upgrades that make the drive home safer.
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Easter Ferry Ramp is in Athens, Alabama. Use the directions button, which routes to the exact pin of Easter Ferry Ramp.
It gives you access to Elk River.
Our data does not say whether Easter Ferry Ramp charges, so look for a pay box or posted fees at the entrance.
Usually yes, as long as you keep the lane at Easter Ferry Ramp clear for trailers.
Buck Island Ramp in Athens (2.2 miles), Maples Bridge Boat Ramp in Ardmore (3.6 miles) and Sportsman's Park Boat Ramp in Athens (6.5 miles).
Boat Ramps Nearby