Dykes Bridge Access is a public boat ramp on Buck Creek in Somerset, KY. It's about 64 miles from Lexington, KY, as the crow flies. Closest alternative: Poplarville Road Access in Somerset (under 1 mile).
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Somerset, KY |
| Water | Buck Creek |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
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More in our guide: How to launch a boat from a trailer, plus ramp etiquette.
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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
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How to winch your boat on in a minute, and the small upgrades that make the drive home safer.
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Dykes Bridge Access is in Somerset, Kentucky. Use the directions button, which routes to the exact pin of Dykes Bridge Access.
It gives you access to Buck Creek.
The map data has no fee details for Dykes Bridge Access, so check the signs or the agency that runs it before you go.
Usually yes, as long as you keep the lane at Dykes Bridge Access clear for trailers. The nearest dedicated kayak launch is Wilderness Road Canoe Launch in Mount Vernon, about 20 miles away.
Poplarville Road Access in Somerset (under 1 mile), Bent Road Access in Somerset (3.1 miles) and Hail's Heaven Access in Somerset (4.3 miles).
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