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Access Site KY

Ross

Ohio River

Source: kentucky_department_of_fish_and_wildlife_resources Updated 1 year ago
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City: Melbourne, KY
County: Campbell County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 39.02204699, -84.32959253
5999 Birch Dr, Melbourne, KY 41059, USA
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Location

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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Ohio River at Cincinnati, OH Same River 10.9 mi away
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Ohio River at Meldahl Dam near Chilo, OH Same River 17.7 mi away
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services

Whitewater Runs on Ohio River

1 run
There are no whitewater runs within 50 miles of this access site.
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.

Difficulty Classes

I Easy II Novice III Intermediate IV Advanced V Expert/Extreme VI Unrunnable
I(II) 112 mi away Falls of the Ohio - Lower (PnP)
0.5 mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
The Ross boat ramp in Melbourne, Campbell County, Kentucky offers a convenient launch point onto the Ohio River with a **double-lane launching ramp and ample parking** for day-use visitors. The ramp is located at the end of Martz Drive where it meets Birch Drive (accessible via US 27 N of Alexandria, Highway 1998 E, and KY 8 S). A courtesy dock is also available, though its length varies with river water levels—when fully configured, it measures 8 by 80 feet.

This access point sits on the Ohio River above Cincinnati, positioning paddlers and boaters to explore this major regional waterway. The John T. Myers Locks and Dam is located approximately 3.5 miles downstream. The facility is well-suited for canoeists, kayakers, and motorboats launching for day trips or longer paddles. The developed infrastructure, including the dedicated parking and dual-lane ramp, makes Ross a reliable choice for accessing this popular section of the Ohio River.
Nearby Recreation Areas
William H. Harsha Lake Located within
William Howard Taft National Historic Site Located within