Coonskin Park Boat Ramp is a public boat ramp on Elk River in Charleston, WV. The map data shows 2 launch lanes, which helps on busy weekends. It's about 60 miles from Ironville, KY, as the crow flies. If it's full, Coonskin Boat Launch in Charleston is under 1 mile away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Charleston, WV |
| Water | Elk River |
| Park | Coonskin Park |
| Ramps | 2 launch lanes in the map data |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Closures and rules for Coonskin Park Boat Ramp: West Virginia Division of Natural Resources.
More in our guide: 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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Coonskin Park Boat Ramp is in Charleston, West Virginia. Open the map link to see where Coonskin Park Boat Ramp sits on the shore.
Elk River, in Charleston.
Our data does not say whether Coonskin Park Boat Ramp charges, so look for a pay box or posted fees at the entrance.
Generally yes. Unload away from the lane and launch quickly. The nearest dedicated kayak launch is Ridenour Memorial Park Kayak Launch in Nitro, about 13 miles away.
Coonskin Boat Launch in Charleston (under 1 mile), Mouth of the Elk Fishing Area in Charleston (4.3 miles) and Cambell's Creek Fishing Area in Coal Fork (5.6 miles).
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