Mari-Osa Boat Ramp gives you public access to the water in Taos, MO. Launching at Mari-Osa Boat Ramp is free. Columbia is the nearest big city, about 36 miles away. The next public ramp is Bonnotts Mill Access in Taos, about 6 miles away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Taos, MO |
| Surface | concrete |
| Launch fee | free |
Before driving to Mari-Osa Boat Ramp, check closures with Missouri Department of Conservation (accesses); Missouri State Highway Patrol Water Patrol Division (boating rules).
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A spare snap-handle plug in the glove box, and the full launch checklist that keeps the line moving.
Launch checklist
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How to winch your boat on in a minute, and the small upgrades that make the drive home safer.
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Mari-Osa Boat Ramp is in Taos, Missouri. Open the map link to see where Mari-Osa Boat Ramp sits on the shore.
According to the map data there is no fee at Mari-Osa Boat Ramp.
Paddlers can usually use Mari-Osa Boat Ramp. Carry the boat to the edge of the ramp or the dock end.
Bonnotts Mill Access in Taos (6 miles), Moreau 50 Access in Jefferson City (6.3 miles) and Pikes Camp Access in Wardsville (8.8 miles).
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