You'll find Kinkaid Lake (North) in Murphysboro. It's a public boat ramp. From St. Louis it's roughly 67 miles in a straight line. The next public ramp is Kinkaid Lake (Northwest 2) in Murphysboro, about 1 mile away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Murphysboro, IL |
| Water | Kinkaid Lake |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Kinkaid Lake (North) is one of 6 public launches on Kinkaid Lake. All launches on Kinkaid Lake
More in our guide: How to launch a boat from a trailer.
Illustration Bestseller Attwood 7524A7 snap-handle drain plug The forgotten drain plug is the classic ramp mistake. A spare in the glove box saves the day. View on Amazon 
Illustration Top pick Bungee dock lines with quick connect, shock absorbing Clip on in seconds while your partner parks the trailer. The bungee keeps the boat off the dock in wakes. View on Amazon 
Illustration Master Lock trailer coupler lock (fits 1-7/8", 2", 2-5/16") Your trailer sits alone in the ramp lot all day. A coupler lock keeps it where you left it. View on Amazon We haven't tested these ourselves; we chose them by size and specs. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you. Check the current price on Amazon.
Illustration Loading the boat
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.
Launch checklistStill waiting for the first review of this launch.
Kinkaid Lake (North) is in Murphysboro, Illinois. Navigation apps get you there via the map pin, which marks Kinkaid Lake (North) itself.
Kinkaid Lake, in Murphysboro.
We don't have fee information for Kinkaid Lake (North), but many city and county ramps are free, while state parks and Corps lakes often charge.
Paddlers can usually use Kinkaid Lake (North). Carry the boat to the edge of the ramp or the dock end.
Kinkaid Lake (Northwest 2) in Murphysboro (1 mile), Kinkaid Lake (Northwest) in Murphysboro (1 mile) and Paul Ice Boat Ramp in Murphysboro (4.7 miles).
Boat Ramps Nearby