Crab Orchard Lake (Downtown 3), a public boat ramp, is located in Cambria. The drive from St. Louis covers roughly 84 miles as the crow flies. The next public ramp is Crab Orchard Lake (Downtown) in Cambria, about under 1 mile away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Cambria, IL |
| Water | Crab Orchard Lake |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Crab Orchard Lake (Downtown 3) is one of 5 public launches on Crab Orchard Lake. Boat ramps on Crab Orchard Lake
Details: How to launch a boat from a trailer, plus ramp etiquette.
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 We haven't tested these ourselves; we chose them by size and specs. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you. Check the current price on Amazon.
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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Crab Orchard Lake (Downtown 3) is in Cambria, Illinois. Navigation apps get you there via the map pin, which marks Crab Orchard Lake (Downtown 3) itself.
Crab Orchard Lake (Downtown 3) is on Crab Orchard Lake.
No fee information yet for Crab Orchard Lake (Downtown 3), so if you know it, tell us and we'll add it.
Usually yes, as long as you keep the lane at Crab Orchard Lake (Downtown 3) clear for trailers.
Crab Orchard Lake (Downtown) in Cambria (under 1 mile), Crab Orchard Lake (Downtown 2) in Cambria (under 1 mile) and Prairie Creek Boat Ramp in Carterville (1 mile).
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