Boat ramps on Kaskaskia River
There are 3 public access points on the Kaskaskia River in Illinois. 3 are boat ramps for trailers.
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Fayetteville Boat Ramp
New Athens -
New Athens Public Boat Ramp
New Athens -
Beck's Landing
Red Bud
Kaskaskia River at a glance
| Launches | 3 |
|---|---|
| Boat ramps | 3 |
| Towns | New Athens, Red Bud |
Guides: launching a boat, ramp etiquette, launch fees.
Small things for ramp day
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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
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Kaskaskia River: questions and answers
How many boat ramps are on Kaskaskia River?
We list 3 public launches on Kaskaskia River around New Athens and Red Bud: Fayetteville Boat Ramp, New Athens Public Boat Ramp and Beck's Landing.
Are the boat ramps on Kaskaskia River free?
The map data has no fee details for the launches on Kaskaskia River; local ramps are often free, while park and Corps of Engineers ramps often charge.
Can you kayak on Kaskaskia River?
Usually yes. None of the 3 launches on Kaskaskia River is tagged as a dedicated kayak launch, but paddlers can put in at the side of most ramps when the lane is clear.