Massey Marina Boat Ramp on Shawon Dasse Slough, East Dubuque, IL

Launch details
Type	Kayak and canoe launch
Address	East Dubuque, IL
Water	Shawon Dasse Slough
Park	Massey Marina Park
Surface	concrete
Launch fee	free
Managed by	Dubuque County

Illustration: a low floating kayak launch dock with a roller slide on a quiet river — Illustration of a typical kayak launch, not a photo of Massey Marina Boat Ramp

Good to know for Massey Marina Boat Ramp

Wear a Coast Guard approved life jacket. Federal rules require one for every paddler.
If the launch is shared with trailers, use the side of the ramp or the end of the dock.
Before you drive off from Massey Marina Boat Ramp, remove plants and mud and drain all water to stop invasive species from spreading.

For the put-in

Illustration Top pick Pelican universal kayak, canoe and SUP cart Many launches are a long walk from parking. A folding cart turns that carry into an easy roll. View on Amazon
Illustration Bestseller Earth Pak waterproof roll-top dry bag Keys, phone and a dry shirt stay dry even if you tip over at the put-in. View on Amazon
Illustration Stearns adult life vest, USCG approved Type III Federal rules require a wearable life jacket for every person on a kayak, canoe or boat. View on Amazon

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About Massey Marina Boat Ramp

How do I get to Massey Marina Boat Ramp?

Massey Marina Boat Ramp is in East Dubuque, Illinois. The directions button above routes you to the pin for Massey Marina Boat Ramp.

What water is Massey Marina Boat Ramp on?

Massey Marina Boat Ramp is on Shawon Dasse Slough.

Is there a fee at Massey Marina Boat Ramp?

Massey Marina Boat Ramp is marked as free in the map data, though rules can change, so look at the signs when you arrive.

Who manages Massey Marina Boat Ramp?

Dubuque County runs Massey Marina Boat Ramp. Ask them about fees and closures.

Where else can you launch near Massey Marina Boat Ramp?

Catsh Creek Canoe Launch in Dubuque (3.8 miles), East Dubuque Ramp in Dubuque (5.1 miles) and Rivers Edge Plaza in Dubuque (5.5 miles).

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Rivers Edge Plaza Dubuque, 5.5 mi
Schmitt Island Boat Ramp Dubuque, 6.1 mi

Good to know for Massey Marina Boat Ramp

For the put-in

Launch a kayak without getting soaked

The life jacket rule for every paddler

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