Access Site
WI
Peninsula Park
Hay River - Tainter Lake • Hay River
Source: wisconsin_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago
City: Colfax, WI
County: Dunn County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 45.01005716, -91.84753812
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Hay River at Wheeler, WI
2.5 mi away
Red Cedar River near Colfax, WI
4.5 mi away
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About This Access Site
**Location & Overview**
Peninsula Park is a public boat ramp and access site located in Colfax, Dunn County, Wisconsin, situated at the mouth of the Hay River where it meets upper Tainter Lake. This DNR-listed access point was developed by the local Rod and Gun Club to serve boaters, paddlers, and anglers accessing this popular water body.
**Facilities & Launch Details**
The paved ramp is approximately 50 feet wide and can accommodate two boats simultaneously. The facility includes a concrete parking lot, restrooms, picnic tables, and fishing access. The small landing (approximately 0.09 acres) makes it suitable for kayaks, canoes, and small motorboats. This is an ideal put-in for paddlers looking to explore upper Tainter Lake or paddle upstream into the Hay River.
**Best For**
Peninsula Park works well for day paddlers and anglers seeking a developed access point with amenities. The location at the Hay River confluence provides options for both lake paddling on Tainter Lake and river paddling on the Hay River. Check Wisconsin DNR resources for current conditions and any seasonal access information before your visit.
Peninsula Park is a public boat ramp and access site located in Colfax, Dunn County, Wisconsin, situated at the mouth of the Hay River where it meets upper Tainter Lake. This DNR-listed access point was developed by the local Rod and Gun Club to serve boaters, paddlers, and anglers accessing this popular water body.
**Facilities & Launch Details**
The paved ramp is approximately 50 feet wide and can accommodate two boats simultaneously. The facility includes a concrete parking lot, restrooms, picnic tables, and fishing access. The small landing (approximately 0.09 acres) makes it suitable for kayaks, canoes, and small motorboats. This is an ideal put-in for paddlers looking to explore upper Tainter Lake or paddle upstream into the Hay River.
**Best For**
Peninsula Park works well for day paddlers and anglers seeking a developed access point with amenities. The location at the Hay River confluence provides options for both lake paddling on Tainter Lake and river paddling on the Hay River. Check Wisconsin DNR resources for current conditions and any seasonal access information before your visit.