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Access Site WI

Happy Hollow County Park

Rock River

Source: wisconsin_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago

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City: Janesville, WI
County: Rock County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 42.59650620, -89.03930205
HXW6+J7 Janesville, WI, USA
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Rock River at Afton, WI Same River 2 mi away
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Rock River at Rockton, IL Same River 10.2 mi away
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Rock 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
III Upstream from here (14.7 mi from take-out) Indianford / Janesville Dams (PnP)
0.1 mi
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
II-III+ 276 mi away Worm Lake outlet to Sturgeon River (9.1 miles)
8.3 mi 69 ft/mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Happy Hollow County Park offers a convenient boat launch on the Rock River, located between Janesville and Beloit just off Happy Hollow Road. The single-lane ramp provides access for kayaks, canoes, and motorboats. **Note that all users are required to purchase either a single-day or seasonal Rock County launch pass; registration materials are available on site.**

The 206-acre park is well-equipped for a full outing, with amenities including parking for vehicles and trailers, picnic tables, grills, a shelter, drinking water with a well shelter, and restrooms. The site also features hiking trails, making it a good option for a multi-activity visit. This location serves as a solid base for paddling the Rock River and enjoying the surrounding natural area.
Amenities
parking
restrooms