Lake Sakakawea

Lake Sakakawea State Park near Garrison provides boat ramp access to one of North Dakota's premier water recreation destinations. The park features two boat ramps with courtesy docks: a multi-lane ramp on the west side and a single-lane ramp on the southeast side. This access point serves paddlers and boaters launching onto Lake Sakakawea, a massive 178-mile-long impoundment of the Missouri River with 1,340 miles of scenic shoreline.

The lake offers excellent conditions for kayaking, canoeing, and motorboating, with calm waters ideal for paddlers and numerous protected coves and bays along its extensive shoreline. Several campgrounds are located within 10 miles of the ramp, including East Totten Trail, Wolf Creek, and Downstream Campgrounds, making it convenient for multi-day trips. The area also features basic amenities including bathroom facilities and fish cleaning stations. Note that water levels and ramp conditions can vary seasonally, particularly after heavy rain or flood events, so it's worth confirming conditions before your visit.

This recreation area is part of Sakakawea Lake