You'll find Madison River Park (West) in Madison. It's a public boat ramp. Kayaks and canoes can launch here too. Winston-Salem is the nearest big city, about 24 miles away. Closest alternative: Madison River Park (West 2) in Madison (under 1 mile).
| Type | Kayak and canoe launch |
|---|---|
| Address | Madison, NC |
| Water | Madison River |
| Park | Madison River Park |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Closures and rules for Madison River Park (West): North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission.
Read more: 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.
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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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Madison River Park (West) is in Madison, North Carolina. We have no street address for Madison River Park (West), only its exact position on the map.
Madison River Park (West) is on Madison River.
The map data has no fee details for Madison River Park (West), so check the signs or the agency that runs it before you go.
Yes. Paddlers use Madison River Park (West) as well, ideally from the edge of the ramp.
Madison River Park (West 2) in Madison (under 1 mile), Highway 704 River Access in Madison (2.2 miles) and Mayodan Access in Mayodan (2.7 miles).
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