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Upper Blue Licks Boat Ramp

Upper Blue Licks is a carry-down only boat ramp on the Licking River in Nicholas County offering free, year-round access 24 hours a day.

This primitive access point has unpaved parking and minimal facilities, making it ideal for paddlers and small boat users seeking a low-key launch location.

The site accommodates 25 or fewer vehicles and has no amenities such as restrooms, docks, or cleaning stations.


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