Access Site
WI
North Water Street West
City: Fort Atkinson, WI
County: Jefferson County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 42.92898553, -88.83871386
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Rock River
2 runs (1 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
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
The Mechanic Street access point provides a concrete boat ramp (16 feet wide) for launching onto the Rock River in Fort Atkinson. This location offers convenient public access to a major river system—the Rock River is a substantial waterway (Stream Order 8) with an average flow of 8,774 cubic feet per second and moderate current averaging 4.5 feet per second. The river's relatively gentle 1 ft/mile gradient makes it generally suitable for recreational paddling and boating.
Before launching, paddlers should note that Jefferson County may require boat launch permits (valid by calendar year). Be sure to check current permit requirements with Jefferson County Parks or the Wisconsin DNR. The Rock River in this area attracts kayakers, canoeists, and motorized boaters, so expect shared water and plan accordingly. For the most up-to-date access information, hours, and any seasonal restrictions, consult the Wisconsin DNR's boat access database at dnr.wi.gov/topic/Lands/boataccess/.
Before launching, paddlers should note that Jefferson County may require boat launch permits (valid by calendar year). Be sure to check current permit requirements with Jefferson County Parks or the Wisconsin DNR. The Rock River in this area attracts kayakers, canoeists, and motorized boaters, so expect shared water and plan accordingly. For the most up-to-date access information, hours, and any seasonal restrictions, consult the Wisconsin DNR's boat access database at dnr.wi.gov/topic/Lands/boataccess/.
Amenities
parking
restrooms