Rentschler Forest MetroPark Boat Ramp gives you public access to the water on Great Miami River in Hamilton, OH. From Cincinnati it's roughly 21 miles in a straight line. The next public ramp is Thomas O. Marsh Park Boat Ramp in Fairfield, about 8.8 miles away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Hamilton, OH |
| Water | Great Miami River |
| Park | Rentschler Forest MetroPark |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Rentschler Forest MetroPark Boat Ramp is one of 3 public launches on Great Miami River. Great Miami River overview
Step by step: How to launch a boat from a trailer.
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Illustration Master Lock trailer coupler lock (fits 1-7/8", 2", 2-5/16") Your trailer sits alone in the ramp lot all day. A coupler lock keeps it where you left it. View on Amazon We haven't tested these ourselves; we chose them by size and specs. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you. Check the current price on Amazon.
Illustration The classic ramp mistake
A spare snap-handle plug in the glove box, and the full launch checklist that keeps the line moving.
Launch checklist
Illustration Loading the boat
How to winch your boat on in a minute, and the small upgrades that make the drive home safer.
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Rentschler Forest MetroPark Boat Ramp is in Hamilton, Ohio. Open the map link to see where Rentschler Forest MetroPark Boat Ramp sits on the shore.
Great Miami River, in Hamilton.
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Yes in most cases. At busy times, wait for a gap between trailers at Rentschler Forest MetroPark Boat Ramp. The nearest dedicated kayak launch is Sharon Woods Kayak Launch in Cincinnati, about 11 miles away.
Thomas O. Marsh Park Boat Ramp in Fairfield (8.8 miles), Sharon Woods Kayak Launch in Cincinnati (11 miles) and Winton Woods Boat Ramp in Cincinnati (12 miles).
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