Access Site
WI
Park Falls
City: Park Falls, WI
County: Price County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 45.91414006, -90.44799397
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Live Webcam
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Flambeau River
4 runsDifficulty 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
I-II
Put-in at this location
B) Park Falls bypass channel (0.32 mile PnP)
0.4 mi
I-II
Downstream from here (23.8 mi to put-in)
C) Babbs Island (CTH.W) to Hervas Camp Landing (14.2 miles)
14.2 mi
3 ft/mi
II
Downstream from here (32.7 mi to put-in)
Hervas Landing to Beaver Dam Landing (4.9 miles)
5.0 mi
9 ft/mi
I-II
Upstream from here (6.3 mi from take-out)
A) Turtle Dam to Agenda Landing (14 miles)
13.7 mi
5 ft/mi
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
The Park Falls Boat Ramp is a developed access point on the Flambeau River in Price County, Wisconsin, offering a well-maintained launch for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats. Located within the Medford - Park Falls Ranger District, the facility features a dedicated boat ramp along with nearby amenities including 25 rustic campsites (some reservable), drinking water, vault toilets, and picnic areas. This access point works well for paddlers planning multi-day trips, as there is no charge for overnight parking at established river landings.
The Flambeau River offers excellent paddling for all skill levels, featuring gentle currents and scenic flatwater sections suitable for beginners as well as more experienced paddlers. From Park Falls, you're positioned between other established landings—approximately 2.6 miles downstream from Hines Park and several more miles toward Dix Dox Landing. The river includes lazy flatwater with boulders and occasional riffles, making it an engaging paddle without extreme technical difficulty. Fishing is also popular in this area; plan accordingly if that's part of your trip.
Local outfitters in the Park Falls area offer kayak, canoe, and paddleboard rentals if you don't have your own equipment. The surrounding Flambeau Trail System provides additional recreation options for those interested in multi-sport trips.
The Flambeau River offers excellent paddling for all skill levels, featuring gentle currents and scenic flatwater sections suitable for beginners as well as more experienced paddlers. From Park Falls, you're positioned between other established landings—approximately 2.6 miles downstream from Hines Park and several more miles toward Dix Dox Landing. The river includes lazy flatwater with boulders and occasional riffles, making it an engaging paddle without extreme technical difficulty. Fishing is also popular in this area; plan accordingly if that's part of your trip.
Local outfitters in the Park Falls area offer kayak, canoe, and paddleboard rentals if you don't have your own equipment. The surrounding Flambeau Trail System provides additional recreation options for those interested in multi-sport trips.
Federal Facility Information
Free Access
The Medford - Park Falls Ranger District offers a variety of different activities to those seeking recreational opportunities. With many campgrounds, lakes, rivers, and hiking trails to choose from.