Woodford

The Woodford access point on County Road M provides a public boat launch for paddlers accessing the East Branch Pecatonica River near Woodford, Lafayette County. This is a popular put-in for kayakers and canoeists, offering reliable water levels year-round. The river at this location is approximately 50 feet wide and flows through a scenic landscape that transitions from forested sections to open meadows. Be prepared for potentially muddy conditions typical of the Pecatonica River system.

From Woodford, paddlers commonly run downstream to the Highway 11 boat launch near Browntown (roughly 7 miles), passing through notable landmarks including the Blackhawk Memorial Campground, which features two ramps and camping facilities. The river corridor includes a mix of wooded banks and pastoral farmland, with a notable island split requiring paddlers to keep left to reach the Woodford landing. Water levels are consistently reliable throughout the paddling season, making this a dependable access point for multi-day trips.

For additional public landing options in the area, consult the Wisconsin DNR boat access database at dnr.wi.gov/topic/Lands/boataccess/, which lists over 3,000 public water access sites statewide.