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Cox's Park in Louisville offers convenient public access to the Ohio River with two boat ramps available for launching kayaks, canoes, and motorboats. The park is easily accessible from River Road and is well-signed with two separate entrances leading to launch facilities. This location provides good access to the McAlpine Pool, a navigational channel that connects Louisville to Cincinnati and is an important corridor for river traffic.
The Ohio River in this section is a large, relatively calm pool behind the McAlpine Dam, making it suitable for paddlers of various skill levels. The park offers scenic views along the water and provides a popular vantage point for river activities throughout the year. Boaters should note that this is an active commercial waterway, so be prepared to share the river with larger vessels. The park's riverside location also makes it an excellent base for exploring the Louisville area by water.