Access Site
MN
South Sturgeon Lake
City: Side Lake, MN
County: Itasca County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 47.63316677, -93.06996499
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About This Access Site
South Sturgeon Lake in Side Lake, Itasca County offers a public boat ramp for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboaters. The access point features a launching ramp with modern facilities including a floating dock and improved infrastructure. The site includes 24 parking spaces (with one accessible space) and an aquatic invasive species boat and trailer cleaning station—an important stop for preventing the spread of invasives to other water bodies.
This access site is well-suited for paddlers looking to explore South Sturgeon Lake. While fuel is not available on-site, the ramp provides convenient entry to the water with a floating dock that accommodates various water levels. The improved facilities and dedicated parking make this a reliable launch point for day trips and recreational paddling. For detailed information about water conditions, specific amenities, and current access status, consult the Minnesota DNR Lake Finder at dnr.state.mn.us/lakefind.
This access site is well-suited for paddlers looking to explore South Sturgeon Lake. While fuel is not available on-site, the ramp provides convenient entry to the water with a floating dock that accommodates various water levels. The improved facilities and dedicated parking make this a reliable launch point for day trips and recreational paddling. For detailed information about water conditions, specific amenities, and current access status, consult the Minnesota DNR Lake Finder at dnr.state.mn.us/lakefind.