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Access Site TX

Falls on the Brazos Park

Brazos River

Source: texas_parks_and_wildlife_department Updated 1 year ago

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City: Marlin, TX
County: Falls County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 31.24860657, -96.92083413
644 FM 712, Marlin, TX 76661, USA
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Brazos Rv near Highbank, TX Same River 9.7 mi away
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Little Brazos Rv at SH 6 near Reagan, TX Same River 11.1 mi away
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Brazos River
2 runs (1 nearby)
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 Downstream from here (29.9 mi to put-in) Port Sullivan, North of FM 485 (1.5 miles)
1.1 mi 5 ft/mi
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
II+ 78 mi away Hidalgo Falls (near Navasota - West of FM 159) **Access Restricted** (PnP)
0.4 mi 60 ft/mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
**Falls on the Brazos Park** is a riverside access point on the Brazos River near Marlin in Falls County. Located at the end of Levee Road (CR 242A) off SH 35, this park offers a boat ramp suitable for launching kayaks, canoes, and small motorboats. The facility includes parking, restrooms, and scenic views of the surrounding landscape. The park is situated along a section of the Brazos characterized by rocky terrain, sandbars, and timber hazards in the water, with relatively clear conditions and minimal vegetation.

Paddlers should be prepared for a moderately steep ramp and may want to bring a cart for easier kayak transport, especially if carrying gear or if mobility is a concern. The Brazos River at this location features significant rock outcroppings and woody debris, requiring attentive navigation. The park's amenities—including pavilions and additional recreational facilities—make it a good staging point for day trips or longer paddles. Check local conditions before launching, as water levels and flow can vary seasonally.