City: Elk Mound, WI
County: Dunn County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 44.76139547, -91.67546770
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Chippewa River
4 runs (3 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
Downstream from here Upstream from here
II
Downstream from here (12.3 mi to put-in)
D) Downtown Eau Claire (PnP)
0.4 mi
II-III
Upstream from here (25.5 mi from take-out)
C) Lake Wissota Spillway (PnP)
0.9 mi
II-III
Upstream from here (33.8 mi from take-out)
B) Jim Falls (Pnp or up to 1.1 mile)
1.1 mi
30 ft/mi
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
**Location & Access**
Holte's is a public boat ramp providing access to the Chippewa River near Elk Mound in Dunn County, Wisconsin. This site serves as a convenient launch point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats looking to explore this major waterway in west-central Wisconsin.
**What to Expect**
The Chippewa River is a substantial river system suitable for various paddling skill levels depending on the specific section. As a DNR-recognized access site, this ramp offers public launching for recreational watercraft. Paddlers should check current water conditions and flow rates before heading out, as river conditions can vary seasonally. The area supports both flat-water paddling and downstream exploration, making it a versatile access point for different boating activities.
**Planning Your Visit**
For current information on facilities, parking, amenities, and any seasonal considerations, contact the Wisconsin DNR or visit their boat access website. Spring and early summer typically offer higher water levels, while conditions change throughout the year. Arriving early is recommended to secure parking, especially on weekends.
Holte's is a public boat ramp providing access to the Chippewa River near Elk Mound in Dunn County, Wisconsin. This site serves as a convenient launch point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats looking to explore this major waterway in west-central Wisconsin.
**What to Expect**
The Chippewa River is a substantial river system suitable for various paddling skill levels depending on the specific section. As a DNR-recognized access site, this ramp offers public launching for recreational watercraft. Paddlers should check current water conditions and flow rates before heading out, as river conditions can vary seasonally. The area supports both flat-water paddling and downstream exploration, making it a versatile access point for different boating activities.
**Planning Your Visit**
For current information on facilities, parking, amenities, and any seasonal considerations, contact the Wisconsin DNR or visit their boat access website. Spring and early summer typically offer higher water levels, while conditions change throughout the year. Arriving early is recommended to secure parking, especially on weekends.