R.D. Merrill Park Boat Ramp, a public boat ramp on Elk Creek Reservoir, is located in Orofino. Spokane is the nearest big city, about 85 miles away. Closest alternative: Dent Acres Boat Ramp in Orofino (11 miles).
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Orofino, ID |
| Water | Elk Creek Reservoir |
| Park | R.D. Merrill Park |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Our checklist: How to launch a boat from a trailer, plus ramp etiquette.
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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
A spare snap-handle plug in the glove box, and the full launch checklist that keeps the line moving.
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R.D. Merrill Park Boat Ramp is in Orofino, Idaho. Open the map link to see where R.D. Merrill Park Boat Ramp sits on the shore.
Elk Creek Reservoir, in Orofino.
We have no fee details for R.D. Merrill Park Boat Ramp, but our guide to launch fees explains what ramps usually cost.
Generally yes. Unload away from the lane and launch quickly. The nearest dedicated kayak launch is North Fork Access in Orofino, about 20 miles away.
Dent Acres Boat Ramp in Orofino (11 miles), Grandad Boat Ramp in Orofino (13 miles) and Freeman Creek Boat Ramp in Orofino (15 miles).
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