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Access Site WI

Hatch Road

Chippewa River

Source: wisconsin_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago

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City: Island Lake, WI
County: Rusk County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 45.33870657, -91.32619223
8MQF+FG Island Lake, WI, USA
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Chippewa River near Bruce, WI Same River 8.5 mi away
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Chippewa River at Chippewa Falls, WI Same River 28.8 mi away
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Whitewater Runs on Chippewa River
4 runs
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
II-III Downstream from here (19.6 mi to put-in) B) Jim Falls (Pnp or up to 1.1 mile)
1.1 mi 30 ft/mi
II-III Downstream from here (27.2 mi to put-in) C) Lake Wissota Spillway (PnP)
0.9 mi
II Downstream from here (37.5 mi to put-in) D) Downtown Eau Claire (PnP)
0.4 mi
I-II Upstream from here (25.0 mi from take-out) A) Belille Falls (Arpin Dam) to powerhouse (1 mile)
9.7 mi 25 ft/mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Hatch Road provides public boat access to the Chippewa River system in Rusk County, located near Island Lake. This ramp serves as a convenient entry point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboaters looking to explore the river and its connected flowages. The access point is positioned to allow paddlers to reach various sections of the Chippewa River drainage, making it a practical launch location for day trips or longer river expeditions.

As one of several public access points in the area, Hatch Road complements other nearby landings along this section of the Chippewa watershed. Paddlers should check current water conditions and any seasonal regulations before launching. For complete details on amenities, parking availability, and any specific requirements, contact the Wisconsin DNR or visit their boat access website at dnr.wi.gov. GPS coordinates are 45.338707, -91.326192 for navigation purposes.