Howard Memorial Park Boat Ramp

Howard Memorial Park offers a convenient small-craft launch on Duck Creek in Green Bay. This 13.5-acre park features a dedicated access area for canoes, kayaks, rowboats, and similar small vessels, along with amenities including restroom facilities, parking, and a picnic area. In winter, the landing doubles as a snowmobile access point. The park is well-suited for paddlers seeking a local launch point on this moderate-sized waterway.

Duck Creek is a medium river (Stream Order 4) with a drainage area of 153 square miles and an average flow of nearly 14 cubic feet per second. Paddlers should be prepared for a moderately fast creek with an average gradient of 14.7 feet per mile—notably steeper than many paddling rivers. The creek is generally clear of major obstructions, though paddlers should remain alert for occasional logjams. The 38-mile creek offers varied paddling opportunities, with access to the broader Bay of Green Bay via Duck Creek Slough and Peats Lake downstream. This location is ideal for day trips and local exploration on a dynamic waterway with steady current and elevation change.