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Access Site TX

Highway 85 Bridge

Nueces River • Line Oak Slough

Source: texas_parks_and_wildlife_department Updated 1 year ago

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City: Carrizo Springs, TX
County: Dimmit
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 28.54986000, -99.75281000
6567 TX-85, Carrizo Springs, TX 78834, USA
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Nueces Rv near Asherton, TX Same River 5.5 mi away
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Nueces Rv at FM 1025 near Crystal City, TX Same River 16.4 mi away
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Nueces River
1 run
There are no whitewater runs within 50 miles of this access site.
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Difficulty Classes
I Easy II Novice III Intermediate IV Advanced V Expert/Extreme VI Unrunnable
II 83 mi away FM 335 (N. of Vance) to Barksdale (8.4 miles)
8.5 mi 15 ft/mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
The Highway 85 Bridge boat ramp provides access to the Nueces River near Carrizo Springs in Dimmit County. This access point is convenient for paddlers and boaters launching into this scenic South Texas waterway. The ramp is located at the Highway 85 bridge crossing, offering a straightforward entry point for kayaks, canoes, and motorized boats.

To reach the site, take Highway 59 to Highway 281 near George West, then travel approximately 3 miles to Airport Road. Follow Airport Road to the County Park where the boat ramp is located. The area is part of ongoing regional improvements, so it's advisable to check current conditions before visiting. This access point serves as a good starting point for exploring the Nueces River corridor in the area.