Kinkaid Lake (Northwest 2) gives you public access to the water in Murphysboro, IL. The drive from St. Louis covers roughly 66 miles as the crow flies. If it's full, Kinkaid Lake (Northwest) in Murphysboro is under 1 mile away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Murphysboro, IL |
| Hours | Jan–Dec: open please check with the launch before you go |
| Water | Kinkaid Lake |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
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Step by step: How to launch a boat from a trailer, plus ramp etiquette.
Illustration Bestseller Attwood 7524A7 snap-handle drain plug The forgotten drain plug is the classic ramp mistake. A spare in the glove box saves the day. View on Amazon 
Illustration Top pick Bungee dock lines with quick connect, shock absorbing Clip on in seconds while your partner parks the trailer. The bungee keeps the boat off the dock in wakes. View on Amazon 
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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Kinkaid Lake (Northwest 2) is in Murphysboro, Illinois. There is no street address for Kinkaid Lake (Northwest 2) in our data, but the map pin marks the launch itself.
Kinkaid Lake (Northwest 2) is on Kinkaid Lake.
Fees for Kinkaid Lake (Northwest 2) are not in the map data; small local ramps are often free, park and Corps ramps often are not.
Generally yes. Unload away from the lane and launch quickly.
Kinkaid Lake (Northwest) in Murphysboro (under 1 mile), Kinkaid Lake (North) in Murphysboro (1 mile) and Paul Ice Boat Ramp in Murphysboro (5.6 miles).
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