Access Site
MN
Big Fork River, Harrison State Water Access Site
Source: minnesota_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago
City: Wirt, MN
County: Itasca County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 47.76205463, -93.90640104
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Location
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Big Fork River
2 runsDifficulty 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
Downstream from here Upstream from here
IV-V+
Downstream from here (30.8 mi to put-in)
B) Big Falls (0.25 mile)
0.3 mi
II(IV)
Upstream from here (22.5 mi from take-out)
A) Hwy.1 wayside to Little American Falls picnic area (18.3 miles)
18.2 mi
2 ft/mi
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
The Harrison access site provides public boat access to the Big Fork River in Wirt, Itasca County. This small boat launch is suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and lightweight watercraft looking to paddle or drift this section of river. As a public water access point, it is available for both trailer and carry-in launching.
The Big Fork River supports populations of northern pike, walleye, and muskie, making it a popular destination for anglers as well as paddlers. Most standard boat ramps in this area can accommodate 12-18 foot boats, though capacity varies by location. Public water accesses in Minnesota are typically open 24 hours unless posted otherwise. Check current conditions and water levels before launching, and consult DNR maps and the Recreation Compass for detailed information about river conditions, distance to other access points, and any posted restrictions at this specific site.
The Big Fork River supports populations of northern pike, walleye, and muskie, making it a popular destination for anglers as well as paddlers. Most standard boat ramps in this area can accommodate 12-18 foot boats, though capacity varies by location. Public water accesses in Minnesota are typically open 24 hours unless posted otherwise. Check current conditions and water levels before launching, and consult DNR maps and the Recreation Compass for detailed information about river conditions, distance to other access points, and any posted restrictions at this specific site.
Amenities
restrooms