Access Site
WI
Lakefront Park
City: Hudson, WI
County: St. Croix County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 44.97160778, -92.75891067
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
St. Croix River at Stillwater, MN
6.2 mi away
Kinnickinnic River near River Falls, WI
9.8 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Saint Croix River
3 runs (2 nearby)Difficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site:
Put-in at this location
This location is on the run
Take-out at this location
Downstream from here Upstream from here
Downstream from here Upstream from here
II-III
Upstream from here (30.6 mi from take-out)
C) Taylors Falls (PnP)
0.1 mi
I-II
Upstream from here (32.4 mi from take-out)
B) Riverside Landing to St. Croix Falls (up to 77 miles)
77.0 mi
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
**Location & Access**
Lakefront Park offers a public boat ramp on the Saint Croix River in Hudson, Wisconsin, located at 305 1st Street. The facility features an accessible launch area with ADA-compliant ramps, making it suitable for paddlers and boaters of varying abilities. The park includes shoreline improvements and is situated on the riverfront downtown.
**What to Expect**
This is a well-maintained city-owned facility that serves kayakers, canoeists, and motorboat users on the Saint Croix River. Users report the ramp is straightforward and reliable for launching. The site includes tie-down areas and parking near the water. Be aware that parking areas can fill up during peak times, so plan accordingly. For current information on seasonal operations and any launch fees or permits required, contact the City of Hudson directly, as regulations and pass requirements may apply.
**Nearby Recreation**
The St. Croix Wetland Management District is located in the area, offering opportunities to explore wetland and grassland habitats. The Saint Croix River itself provides diverse paddling and fishing opportunities, so consider your specific destination before launching.
Lakefront Park offers a public boat ramp on the Saint Croix River in Hudson, Wisconsin, located at 305 1st Street. The facility features an accessible launch area with ADA-compliant ramps, making it suitable for paddlers and boaters of varying abilities. The park includes shoreline improvements and is situated on the riverfront downtown.
**What to Expect**
This is a well-maintained city-owned facility that serves kayakers, canoeists, and motorboat users on the Saint Croix River. Users report the ramp is straightforward and reliable for launching. The site includes tie-down areas and parking near the water. Be aware that parking areas can fill up during peak times, so plan accordingly. For current information on seasonal operations and any launch fees or permits required, contact the City of Hudson directly, as regulations and pass requirements may apply.
**Nearby Recreation**
The St. Croix Wetland Management District is located in the area, offering opportunities to explore wetland and grassland habitats. The Saint Croix River itself provides diverse paddling and fishing opportunities, so consider your specific destination before launching.
Nearby Recreation Areas
St. Croix Wetland Management District
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