Kaw Lake Access provides multiple boat ramp options around the 17,000-acre lake, with ten launching ramps available at various public use areas including Coon Creek, McFadden Cove, Osage Cove, Pioneer Park, Sandy Park, Sarge Creek Cove, and Washunga Bay.

Two full-service marinas at McFadden Cove and Pioneer Park offer additional support for boaters. Day-use permits are required at some ramps, and the area is managed by the U. S.

Army Corps of Engineers with facilities including restrooms, drinking water, and picnic areas at most access points.