Boat Ramps NearbyRalph Cox Memorial Access
Ralph Cox Memorial Access is a public boat ramp in Crane, MO. If it's full, Kerr Access in Crane is 1.9 miles away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Crane, MO |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Tips for Ralph Cox Memorial Access
- Before you back down, check the drain plug and unplug the trailer lights.
- Back in only until the stern floats, and set the parking brake before anyone gets out.
- When you come back to Ralph Cox Memorial Access, winch the boat on instead of power loading, which keeps the end of the ramp intact.
- When you leave Ralph Cox Memorial Access, pull off any weeds and drain all water from the boat.
Guide: How to launch a boat from a trailer, plus ramp etiquette.
Small things for ramp day
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Illustration Loading the boat
Why rangers hate power loading
How to winch your boat on in a minute, and the small upgrades that make the drive home safer.
Loading guide Illustration The classic ramp mistake
Never forget the drain plug again
A spare snap-handle plug in the glove box, and the full launch checklist that keeps the line moving.
Launch checklistReviews
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About Ralph Cox Memorial Access
Where is Ralph Cox Memorial Access?
Ralph Cox Memorial Access is in Crane, Missouri. Open the map link to see where Ralph Cox Memorial Access sits on the shore.
Is there a fee at Ralph Cox Memorial Access?
We don't have fee information for Ralph Cox Memorial Access, but many city and county ramps are free, while state parks and Corps lakes often charge.
Can paddlers use Ralph Cox Memorial Access?
Generally yes. Unload away from the lane and launch quickly.
Where else can you launch near Ralph Cox Memorial Access?
Kerr Access in Crane (1.9 miles), Jackson Hollow Boat Launch in Kimberling City (9.2 miles) and Lower Flat Creek Access in Shell Knob (9.5 miles).
More boat ramps nearby
- Kerr Access Crane, 1.9 mi
- Jackson Hollow Boat Launch Kimberling City, 9.2 mi
- Lower Flat Creek Access Shell Knob, 9.5 mi
- Boat Ramp in Shell Knob Shell Knob, 15 mi