Boat Ramps NearbyBird's Blue Hole
Bird's Blue Hole, a public boat ramp, is located in Cairo. The next public ramp is Hunter Moore Access in Cairo, about 3.6 miles away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Cairo, IL |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Before you launch at Bird's Blue Hole
- Lines, fenders and plug: sort them out in the lot, then roll down to Bird's Blue Hole ready to go.
- Set the parking brake before anyone steps out, even if the ramp at Bird's Blue Hole looks flat.
- Winch the boat on when you leave Bird's Blue Hole, because prop wash from power loading undermines the concrete.
- Before you drive off from Bird's Blue Hole, remove plants and mud and drain all water to stop invasive species from spreading.
More in our guide: How to launch a boat from a trailer.
Small things for ramp day
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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.
Loading guide 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.
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About Bird's Blue Hole
What is the address of Bird's Blue Hole?
Bird's Blue Hole is in Cairo, Illinois. We have no street address for Bird's Blue Hole, only its exact position on the map.
Is Bird's Blue Hole free?
We don't have fee information for Bird's Blue Hole, but many city and county ramps are free, while state parks and Corps lakes often charge.
Can I launch a kayak at Bird's Blue Hole?
Yes in most cases. At busy times, wait for a gap between trailers at Bird's Blue Hole.
What other boat launches are near Bird's Blue Hole?
Hunter Moore Access in Cairo (3.6 miles), Columbus-Belmont State Park Boat Ramp in Clinton (14 miles) and Horseshoe Lake (Northwest 2) in Cairo (15 miles).
Other launches near Cairo
- Hunter Moore Access Cairo, 3.6 mi
- Columbus-Belmont State Park Boat Ramp Clinton, 14 mi
- Horseshoe Lake (Northwest 2) Cairo, 15 mi
- Horseshoe Lake (Northwest) Cairo, 15 mi