Illustration Ramp etiquette
12 rules regulars expect you to know
Staging, courtesy docks and the Clean, Drain, Dry laws that can bring a fine.
Ramp etiquetteWe know of one kayak launch in and around East Helena. A kayak launch gets you on the water without backing a trailer down a ramp. Expect a low floating dock, rollers or a soft shoreline. One more is within 50 miles.
Illustration Ramp etiquette
Staging, courtesy docks and the Clean, Drain, Dry laws that can bring a fine.
Ramp etiquette
Illustration Life jackets
What the Coast Guard requires on kayaks and canoes, and kids' vests with head support.
Life jacket rulesIn and around East Helena we know of Shannon Boat Launch Boat Ramp.
Within 50 miles: Camp Baker Access (White Sulphur Springs, 30 miles).
Bring an approved life jacket for each person; that is required on federal waters and in Montana.
More: How to launch a kayak or canoe. Search the map. Full list of launches in the city: Boat ramps in East Helena, MT.