Matson Pond Boat Ramp is a public boat ramp in Walford, IA. It's about 17 miles from Cedar Rapids, IA, as the crow flies. If it's full, Proctor Boat Ramp in Walford is under 1 mile away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Walford, IA |
| Water | Matson Pond |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
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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Matson Pond Boat Ramp is in Walford, Iowa. Use the directions button, which routes to the exact pin of Matson Pond Boat Ramp.
Matson Pond Boat Ramp is on Matson Pond.
We don't have fee information for Matson Pond Boat Ramp, but many city and county ramps are free, while state parks and Corps lakes often charge.
Usually yes, as long as you keep the lane at Matson Pond Boat Ramp clear for trailers.
Proctor Boat Ramp in Walford (under 1 mile), Round Pond Access Boat Ramp in Tiffin (2.5 miles) and Crescent Pond Boat Ramp in Tiffin (3.4 miles).
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