Access Site
MN
Bower Lake
City: Hibbing, MN
County: Itasca County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 47.59132687, -93.13878154
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Prairie River near Taconite, MN
11.2 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
About This Access Site
Bower Lake is a 93-acre lake in Hibbing, Itasca County, offering a public boat launch for paddlers and boaters. The hard-surface ramp is designed to accommodate trailerable watercraft and maintains adequate depth (2.5-3 feet minimum at 20 feet from shore) for safe launching. With a maximum depth of 35 feet, the lake provides good water conditions for kayaking, canoeing, and boating throughout the season.
The access site includes a signed parking lot and pit toilet facilities. There are no launch fees unless a vehicle permit is required by the park. The ramp can typically handle boats up to 12-18 feet, making it suitable for most recreational watercraft. This is a straightforward public access point ideal for launching paddling trips or day boating on Bower Lake.
The access site includes a signed parking lot and pit toilet facilities. There are no launch fees unless a vehicle permit is required by the park. The ramp can typically handle boats up to 12-18 feet, making it suitable for most recreational watercraft. This is a straightforward public access point ideal for launching paddling trips or day boating on Bower Lake.