Kanne (Highway 34)

The Kanne access site on Highway 34 in Ortonville offers a public boat ramp for launching onto Big Stone Lake. This location accommodates both trailer and carry-in access, making it suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and motorized boaters. The ramp can typically handle 12-18 foot boats, though larger vessels may require other launch points around the lake. As a public water access, the site is open 24 hours daily.

Big Stone Lake is a popular destination for both paddlers and anglers, with good fishing for walleye, northern pike, bluegill, and perch. The lake sits in a scenic region near the Big Stone National Wildlife Refuge and Northern Tallgrass Prairie National Wildlife Refuge, offering paddlers opportunities to explore a landscape of ecological significance. Nearby amenities in Ortonville include camping at Big Stone Lake State Park, lodging, restaurants, and bait and tackle shops to support your visit.