Allenton gives you public access to the water on Meramec River in Eureka, MO. From St. Louis it's roughly 27 miles in a straight line. If it's full, Pacific Palisades in Pacific is 3 miles away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Eureka, MO |
| Water | Meramec River |
| Surface | concrete |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Official public water access in Missouri, including Allenton: Missouri Department of Conservation (accesses); Missouri State Highway Patrol Water Patrol Division (boating rules).
Meramec River has 26 more public launches besides Allenton. Boat ramps on Meramec River
Our checklist: How to launch a boat from a trailer.
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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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Allenton is in Eureka, Missouri. Navigation apps get you there via the map pin, which marks Allenton itself.
Meramec River, in Eureka.
Our data does not say whether Allenton charges, so look for a pay box or posted fees at the entrance.
Usually yes, as long as you keep the lane at Allenton clear for trailers.
Pacific Palisades in Pacific (3 miles), RT 66 State Park in Eureka (4.2 miles) and Foster Trail in Eureka (5 miles).
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