Riverside Park Boat Ramp gives you public access to the water on Arkansas River in Salida, CO. Colorado Springs is the nearest big city, about 66 miles away. If it's full, Stone Bridge Takeout in Salida is 6.4 miles away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Salida, CO |
| Water | Arkansas River |
| Park | Riverside Park |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Before driving to Riverside Park Boat Ramp, check closures with Colorado Parks and Wildlife.
Arkansas River has 4 more public launches besides Riverside Park Boat Ramp. Arkansas River overview
Details: How to launch a boat from a trailer.
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Illustration Loading the boat
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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Riverside Park Boat Ramp is in Salida, Colorado. Navigation apps get you there via the map pin, which marks Riverside Park Boat Ramp itself.
Arkansas River, in Salida.
Our data does not say whether Riverside Park Boat Ramp charges, so look for a pay box or posted fees at the entrance.
Usually yes, as long as you keep the lane at Riverside Park Boat Ramp clear for trailers. The nearest dedicated kayak launch is Trading Post River Access in Salida, about 19 miles away.
Stone Bridge Takeout in Salida (6.4 miles) and Hecla Junction in Salida (8.5 miles).
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