Boat Ramps NearbyBoat ramps on Lake Mendota
There are 3 public access points on Lake Mendota in Wisconsin. 3 are boat ramps for trailers.
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Marshall Park Boat Ramp
Middleton -
Mendota County Park Boat Ramp
Middleton -
Governor Nelson State Park Boat Ramp
Waunakee
Lake Mendota at a glance
| Launches | 3 |
|---|---|
| Boat ramps | 3 |
| Towns | Middleton, Waunakee |
- Wisconsin law requires you to drain all water from boats, livewells and buckets and to remove attached plants and animals before leaving.
Guides: launching a boat, ramp etiquette, launch fees.
Small things for ramp day
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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
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Lake Mendota: questions and answers
Where can you launch a boat on Lake Mendota?
We list 3 public launches on Lake Mendota around Middleton and Waunakee: Marshall Park Boat Ramp, Mendota County Park Boat Ramp and Governor Nelson State Park Boat Ramp.
Does it cost money to launch on Lake Mendota?
We don't have fee information for Lake Mendota yet, so look for a pay box or posted fees at each ramp.
Can you kayak on Lake Mendota?
Usually yes. None of the 3 launches on Lake Mendota is tagged as a dedicated kayak launch, but paddlers can put in at the side of most ramps when the lane is clear.
What should boaters on Lake Mendota know about invasive species?
Wisconsin requires boaters to drain every bit of water and strip off plants and animals before driving away from the landing.