South Shore Rec Area Boat Ramp, a public boat ramp on Missouri River, is located in Yankton. Paddlers use it as well. The drive from Sioux Falls covers roughly 62 miles as the crow flies. If it's full, Chief White Crane Recreation Area Boat Ramp in Yankton is under 1 mile away.
| Type | Kayak and canoe launch |
|---|---|
| Address | Yankton, SD |
| Water | Missouri River |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
| Parking | parking on site |
Closures and rules for South Shore Rec Area Boat Ramp: South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks.
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Guide: 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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Illustration Paddlers
Shore, dock and ramp launches step by step, plus the cart that ends the long carry from the car.
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South Shore Rec Area Boat Ramp is in Yankton, South Dakota. The directions button above routes you to the pin for South Shore Rec Area Boat Ramp.
Missouri River, in Yankton.
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It's marked as kayak-friendly. Load at the side and leave the lane free.
Chief White Crane Recreation Area Boat Ramp in Yankton (under 1 mile), The Bubble in Yankton (under 1 mile) and Fish Cleaning Station in Yankton (under 1 mile).
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