Oregon Road is a public boat ramp on Kentucky River in Jackson, KY. Lexington is the nearest big city, about 20 miles away. The next public ramp is Cummins Ferry Road in Lexington, about 2.8 miles away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Jackson, KY |
| Water | Kentucky River |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Kentucky River has 8 more public launches besides Oregon Road. Boat ramps on Kentucky River
Guide: How to launch a boat from a trailer, plus ramp etiquette.
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Illustration The classic ramp mistake
A spare snap-handle plug in the glove box, and the full launch checklist that keeps the line moving.
Launch checklist
Illustration Loading the boat
How to winch your boat on in a minute, and the small upgrades that make the drive home safer.
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Oregon Road is in Jackson, Kentucky. Navigation apps get you there via the map pin, which marks Oregon Road itself.
Oregon Road is on Kentucky River.
Our data does not say whether Oregon Road charges, so look for a pay box or posted fees at the entrance.
Usually yes, as long as you keep the lane at Oregon Road clear for trailers. The nearest dedicated kayak launch is Kayaking the Midway in Midway, about 17 miles away.
Cummins Ferry Road in Lexington (2.8 miles), Four Roses Distillery Access in Lawrenceburg (6.1 miles) and Rice Road Access in Lawrenceburg (7.4 miles).
Boat Ramps Nearby