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Access Site OH

Chets Place

Portage River

Source: u_s__geological_survey Updated 1 year ago

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City: Port Clinton, OH
County: Ottawa County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 41.50773971, -83.07047509
7118 W Harbor Rd, Port Clinton, OH 43452, USA
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Portage River near Elmore OH Same River 8.1 mi away
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Portage River at Woodville OH Same River 15.6 mi away
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Portage River
1 run
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
I-II Upstream from here (15.8 mi from take-out) Woodville to Elmore
5.4 mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Chets Place offers a convenient public boat ramp for accessing the Portage River near Port Clinton in Ottawa County. The facility features a concrete two-lane ramp measuring 16 feet wide, making it well-suited for launching canoes, kayaks, and small fishing boats. The ramp is open year-round and provides reliable access for paddlers of varying skill levels.

Located near the Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge, this access point places you near historic wetland habitat and scenic paddling opportunities. The Portage River in this area offers calm-water paddling suitable for recreational boaters and families. This is a good choice for those seeking accessible waterway access in northwest Ohio with nearby natural areas to explore.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge Located within