You'll find MO River in Old Jamestown. It's a public boat ramp. The next public ramp is Dresser Island (Northwest) in Alton, about 1.9 miles away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Old Jamestown, MO |
| Water | River |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Step by step: How to launch a boat from a trailer, plus ramp etiquette.
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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.
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MO River is in Old Jamestown, Missouri. We have no street address for MO River, only its exact position on the map.
It gives you access to River.
Our data does not say whether MO River charges, so look for a pay box or posted fees at the entrance.
Kayaks are usually fine at MO River as long as trailers can still get through. The nearest dedicated kayak launch is Elsah Kayak Access in Florissant, about 6 miles away.
Dresser Island (Northwest) in Alton (1.9 miles), Pelican Island in Old Jamestown (2.1 miles) and Dresser Island (Northwest 3) in Alton (2.1 miles).
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