Access Site
ND
Lake Sakakawea
City: New Town, ND
County: Mountrail County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 47.94850000, -102.37139200
Air Temp: --
Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
E. Fork Shell Creek near Parshall, ND
4.5 mi away
Deepwater Creek at Mouth near Raub, ND
11.8 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
About This Access Site
The Van Hook Area provides public boat ramp access to Lake Sakakawea near New Town in Mountrail County. This recreation area offers a convenient launch point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats looking to access North Dakota's largest reservoir. The site is part of the broader Sakakawea Lake recreation system and does not require reservations.
Lake Sakakawea is a large impoundment with multiple access points and scenic shoreline, making it suitable for various paddling and boating activities. In addition to the boat ramp at Van Hook, several nearby facilities at Lewis and Clark State Park and other locations around the lake offer multi-lane ramps, courtesy docks, and amenities like fish cleaning stations and restrooms. Before launching, check current water conditions and ramp usability, as water levels and weather events can occasionally affect ramp access. The area is popular for day-use recreation and offers good opportunities for fishing, paddling, and exploring the lake's many bays and inlets.
Lake Sakakawea is a large impoundment with multiple access points and scenic shoreline, making it suitable for various paddling and boating activities. In addition to the boat ramp at Van Hook, several nearby facilities at Lewis and Clark State Park and other locations around the lake offer multi-lane ramps, courtesy docks, and amenities like fish cleaning stations and restrooms. Before launching, check current water conditions and ramp usability, as water levels and weather events can occasionally affect ramp access. The area is popular for day-use recreation and offers good opportunities for fishing, paddling, and exploring the lake's many bays and inlets.
Federal Facility Information
Free Access
This recreation area is part of Sakakawea Lake