Access Site
IN
Hovey Lake
City: IN
County: Posey County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 37.78524223, -87.94148087
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Ohio 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
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
The Hovey Lake Boat Ramp, located in Posey County, Indiana, provides convenient access to both Hovey Lake and the Ohio River. This facility features a double-lane boat launch and ample parking, making it well-suited for kayakers, canoeists, and small motorboat users. The ramp is particularly popular for those seeking a more sheltered paddling experience on Hovey Lake's 1,400 acres, which offers calm water ideal for recreational paddling and fishing with electric motors.
In addition to Hovey Lake, the ramp provides access to the Ohio River navigation channel. Paddlers should be aware that the nearby John T. Myers Lock and Dam is located approximately 3.5 miles downstream, which affects water levels and flow conditions in the area. This makes the site suitable for both lake-based recreation and river paddling, depending on water conditions and experience level. The facility is a good base for exploring the local waterways in the J.T. Myers Pool section of the Ohio River.
In addition to Hovey Lake, the ramp provides access to the Ohio River navigation channel. Paddlers should be aware that the nearby John T. Myers Lock and Dam is located approximately 3.5 miles downstream, which affects water levels and flow conditions in the area. This makes the site suitable for both lake-based recreation and river paddling, depending on water conditions and experience level. The facility is a good base for exploring the local waterways in the J.T. Myers Pool section of the Ohio River.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Ohio River - John T. Myers Lock and Dam
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