Access Site
WI
Berlin Locks - West
Source: wisconsin_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago
City: Berlin, WI
County: Green Lake County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 43.95287559, -88.95909896
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Location
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Fox River
9 runs (2 nearby)Difficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site:
Put-in at this location
This location is on the run
Take-out at this location
Downstream from here Upstream from here
Downstream from here Upstream from here
II-IV+
Downstream from here (43.2 mi to put-in)
B) Appleton Dam (PnP) *Access Issues*
0.1 mi
II
Upstream from here (37.7 mi from take-out)
A) N Wave (Neenah)
0.1 mi
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
II-III(IV)
53 mi away
C) Kaukauna/1000 Islands: Hwy.55/Main Ave. to CTH.ZZ (1.5 miles)
2.5 mi
27 ft/mi
II
71 mi away
D) De Pere Dam (PnP) *Access Issues*
0.7 mi
I
82 mi away
A) Downtown Waukesha: Barstow St. to Wisconsin Ave. (0.5 mile)
0.4 mi
10 ft/mi
I(II)
98 mi away
B) Waterford/Rochester/Burlington (PnP)
0.5 mi
I-II(IV)
152 mi away
C) Batavia Dam (PnP)
0.2 mi
I-II
163 mi away
D) Yorkville: Marge Cline Whitewater Course (PnP)
0.2 mi
10 ft/mi
II
163 mi away
Jaycee Pond Park (PnP)
0.3 mi
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Berlin Locks - West provides access to the Fox River, a substantial large river (7th stream order) with an average flow of approximately 2,347 cubic feet per second. This location is ideal for boaters and paddlers looking to navigate the historic Fox River lock system. The hand-operated locks allow both motorized and non-motorized boats to access over 30 miles of navigable river, making this a unique recreational opportunity in Wisconsin.
**Practical Information:** The Berlin Lock operates seasonally—9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays during summer, with appointments available for other times. The Fox River at this location features a moderate gradient (2.4 ft/mile average) and steady current, making it suitable for various skill levels. Be prepared for lock transit procedures and plan accordingly for the lock's operating hours. This is a good put-in point for canoeists, kayakers, and small motorized boats exploring the lower Fox River system.
**River Character:** The Fox River maintains relatively consistent flow and velocity (3.6 ft/second average), though water conditions can vary seasonally. With significant elevation drop across its 202-mile length, expect some current but generally manageable conditions for recreational paddling.
**Practical Information:** The Berlin Lock operates seasonally—9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays during summer, with appointments available for other times. The Fox River at this location features a moderate gradient (2.4 ft/mile average) and steady current, making it suitable for various skill levels. Be prepared for lock transit procedures and plan accordingly for the lock's operating hours. This is a good put-in point for canoeists, kayakers, and small motorized boats exploring the lower Fox River system.
**River Character:** The Fox River maintains relatively consistent flow and velocity (3.6 ft/second average), though water conditions can vary seasonally. With significant elevation drop across its 202-mile length, expect some current but generally manageable conditions for recreational paddling.