Upper Gar

**Upper Gar Lake** in Arnolds Park, Dickinson County offers a convenient public boat ramp for paddlers and boaters accessing the lake system. Located on a small 12-acre recreation area near where Minnewashta and Lower Gar lakes meet, this launch provides a straightforward entry point for kayakers and canoeists. The site features shaded picnic tables with good lake views and is situated near several recreational trails in the region, making it a good base for exploring the area.

This is a small, functional access point rather than a full-service facility. The modest boat ramp accommodates various watercraft and allows anglers and recreational boaters quick access to Upper Gar Lake's full water body—much of which is inaccessible from shore. The lake is surrounded by residential properties and offers a scenic Midwestern landscape characterized by oak-lined shores. For larger facilities with more amenities like paved parking and docks, paddlers should note that **Marble Beach Boat Launch Ramp** is also available mid-lake on the west side off 240th Avenue and offers two concrete lanes with additional infrastructure.