Boat Ramps NearbyBoat ramps on Ohio River
There are 3 public access points on the Ohio River in Illinois. 3 are boat ramps for trailers.
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City of Metropolis
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Massac County SP
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Ohio River
Metropolis
Ohio River at a glance
| Launches | 3 |
|---|---|
| Boat ramps | 3 |
| Towns | Metropolis |
Read before you go: launching a boat, ramp etiquette, launch fees.
Small things for ramp day
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Illustration Master Lock trailer coupler lock (fits 1-7/8", 2", 2-5/16") Your trailer sits alone in the ramp lot all day. A coupler lock keeps it where you left it. View on Amazon
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Other waters in Illinois
Ohio River: questions and answers
Where can you launch a boat on Ohio River?
We list 3 public launches on Ohio River near Metropolis: City of Metropolis, Massac County SP and Ohio River.
Are the boat ramps on Ohio River free?
No fee details are recorded for Ohio River, so check with the agency that manages each ramp.
Can you kayak on Ohio River?
There's no dedicated kayak launch on Ohio River in our data, so use the edge of a boat ramp or the end of a dock and keep the lane free.