Access Site
KY
Dover
City: Dover, KY
County: Mason County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 38.75996000, -83.88284000
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Ohio River
1 run
There are no whitewater runs within 50 miles of this access site.
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Difficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
The Dover boat ramp in Mason County, Kentucky offers a **double-lane launching facility** with ample parking for day users, making it a convenient access point for the Ohio River. Located near mile 846 below Pittsburgh, this site provides reliable access to a major navigable waterway suitable for motorboats, kayaks, and canoes. The John T. Myers Locks and Dam is situated approximately 3.5 miles downstream, which paddlers should note when planning trips and understanding river conditions in this section.
This is a developed access point with amenities including parking, boat launching infrastructure, and restroom facilities. Boaters should verify current conditions and any applicable fees before visiting, as facility operations and access policies may change seasonally. The Ohio River at this location is a large, primarily flatwater paddling destination—ideal for recreational paddlers and boaters seeking a manageable launch point for day trips or longer excursions along this historic waterway.
This is a developed access point with amenities including parking, boat launching infrastructure, and restroom facilities. Boaters should verify current conditions and any applicable fees before visiting, as facility operations and access policies may change seasonally. The Ohio River at this location is a large, primarily flatwater paddling destination—ideal for recreational paddlers and boaters seeking a manageable launch point for day trips or longer excursions along this historic waterway.