Lake Charleston Park (Below Dam) Boat Ramp
Lake Charleston Park (Below Dam) Boat Ramp
Lake Charleston Park offers an ADA-accessible boat ramp located at 17801 Lake Charleston Loop, open daily 8 AM–9 PM, providing convenient access to the Embarras River reservoir for paddlers and boaters.
The facility enforces a strict no-wake rule (5 mph maximum) and requires all vessels to display valid state licensing stickers.
Additional amenities include kayak self-service rentals on-site, a fishing pier, over 9 miles of trails connecting to nearby parks, and parking areas near the dam and spillway.
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