Fishermen's Campground Ramp, a public boat ramp on Patoka River, is located in French Lick. From Louisville it's roughly 51 miles in a straight line. Closest alternative: Lickfork SRA in French Lick (1 mile).
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | French Lick, IN |
| Water | Patoka River |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Rules and closures near French Lick: Indiana Department of Natural Resources.
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Our checklist: How to launch a boat from a trailer, plus ramp etiquette.
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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
A spare snap-handle plug in the glove box, and the full launch checklist that keeps the line moving.
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Fishermen's Campground Ramp is in French Lick, Indiana. Navigation apps get you there via the map pin, which marks Fishermen's Campground Ramp itself.
Patoka River, in French Lick.
Our data does not say whether Fishermen's Campground Ramp charges, so look for a pay box or posted fees at the entrance.
Paddlers can usually use Fishermen's Campground Ramp. Carry the boat to the edge of the ramp or the dock end.
Lickfork SRA in French Lick (1 mile), South Lickfork Ramp in Jasper (2.2 miles) and South Launch Ramp in French Lick in French Lick (2.4 miles).
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