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Located in Tony, Rusk County, the Dairy Center boat ramp provides public access to Big Falls Flowage, a 281-acre reservoir in the Flambeau River system. The ramp is a convenient launch point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats looking to explore this relatively quiet, underfished water body. With a maximum depth of 45 feet, the flowage offers good recreational opportunities across various skill levels.
Big Falls Flowage supports diverse fish populations including musky, walleye, northern pike, largemouth and smallmouth bass, panfish, and sturgeon, making it popular with anglers. Be aware that water clarity is low, so navigation markers and local knowledge are helpful. The reservoir has limited commercial development, preserving a more natural, peaceful paddling environment. Parking and trailer facilities are available at the ramp, and the surrounding area is accessible to paddlers seeking a quieter alternative to more heavily trafficked regional waterways.