Pat Roche Senior Public Water Access Site gives you public access to the water on Rainy River in International Falls, MN. The managing agency is City of International Falls. Paddlers use it as well. Closest alternative: Sorting Gap Marina in International Falls (under 1 mile).
| Type | Kayak and canoe launch |
|---|---|
| Address | International Falls, MN |
| Water | Rainy River |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
| Managed by | City of International Falls |
Before driving to Pat Roche Senior Public Water Access Site, check closures with Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.
Pat Roche Senior Public Water Access Site is one of 5 public launches on Rainy River. All launches on Rainy River
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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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Pat Roche Senior Public Water Access Site is in International Falls, Minnesota. Navigation apps get you there via the map pin, which marks Pat Roche Senior Public Water Access Site itself.
Rainy River, in International Falls.
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Yes. Paddlers use Pat Roche Senior Public Water Access Site as well, ideally from the edge of the ramp.
City of International Falls, according to the map data. Contact them for closures, fees and rules.
Sorting Gap Marina in International Falls (under 1 mile), Ranier Public Water Access Site in International Falls (1 mile) and Fort Frances Boat Launch in International Falls (2.4 miles).
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