Head of the Rapids, a public boat ramp on Kettle River Slough, is located in Grantsburg. Kayaks and canoes can launch here too. The drive from Saint Paul covers roughly 69 miles as the crow flies. Closest alternative: Nelsons Landing Road in Grantsburg (under 1 mile).
| Type | Kayak and canoe launch |
|---|---|
| Address | Grantsburg, WI |
| Water | Kettle River Slough |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Official Wisconsin access sites: Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
Details: How to launch a boat from a trailer.
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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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Shore, dock and ramp launches step by step, plus the cart that ends the long carry from the car.
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Head of the Rapids is in Grantsburg, Wisconsin. The directions button above routes you to the pin for Head of the Rapids.
Kettle River Slough, in Grantsburg.
No fee information yet for Head of the Rapids, so if you know it, tell us and we'll add it.
Yes, Head of the Rapids is listed as suitable for kayaks and canoes too. Launch from the side so trailers can use the lane.
Nelsons Landing Road in Grantsburg (under 1 mile), Foxes Landing in Grantsburg (1 mile) and Maple Island in Hinckley (4.8 miles).
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