Access Site
WI
West Side Beach
Oconto River - Oconto Falls Pond • Oconto River
Source: wisconsin_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago
City: Oconto Falls, WI
County: Oconto County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 44.87837938, -88.16090909
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Oconto River near Gillett, WI
4.3 mi away
Oconto River near Oconto, WI
5.4 mi away
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About This Access Site
West Side Beach in Oconto Falls provides a convenient public boat and kayak launch onto the Oconto Falls Pond section of the Oconto River. The access site features a developed facility with a boat landing, restrooms, picnic tables, and a pavilion, making it suitable for day trips and family outings. This is an ideal put-in for paddlers looking for calm water conditions on the pond.
If you're planning to continue downstream beyond the pond, note that there is a public canoe access approximately one-third mile downriver, but reaching it requires running Bagley Rapids—a strong Class 2 rapid. This takeout is located off Lower Bagley Road and is less visible than the main beach access. Paddlers should assess their skill level and water conditions before committing to downstream travel. West Side Beach serves as both a standalone access point for leisurely pond paddling and as a starting point for more adventurous river trips.
If you're planning to continue downstream beyond the pond, note that there is a public canoe access approximately one-third mile downriver, but reaching it requires running Bagley Rapids—a strong Class 2 rapid. This takeout is located off Lower Bagley Road and is less visible than the main beach access. Paddlers should assess their skill level and water conditions before committing to downstream travel. West Side Beach serves as both a standalone access point for leisurely pond paddling and as a starting point for more adventurous river trips.