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The Dover Boat and Ski Club ramp provides convenient public access to the Tuscarawas River in Dover, Ohio. This is a popular launching point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats exploring the river corridor, and many paddlers use it as a stopping point when traveling from the New Philadelphia area downstream.
**Paddling Options and Hazards:** Boaters have two main options here: paddle upstream and float back down, or head downriver and plan to portage around a low-head dam located approximately ½ mile below the ramp. **Do not attempt to run this dam.** Upstream paddling offers a more straightforward route back to your starting point. The ramp allows for easy launching and is well-suited for day trips on the river.
**Nearby Recreation:** The area offers additional attractions within a short distance, including Dover Dam (5 miles downstream with day-use facilities) and the restored historic village of Zoar. Atwood Lake, operated by the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District, is also accessible in the region and offers extensive recreation facilities for those seeking alternative paddling or boating opportunities.