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Olson Lake Boat Ramp

Olson Lake Boat Ramp at Rock Cut State Park offers free launch access for kayaks, paddle boards, and other self-carry watercraft, with no internal combustion engines permitted on the 60-acre lake.

Located near the Harlem Road entrance in Loves Park, Illinois, the facility provides a beach area with seasonal swimming (Memorial Day to Labor Day, 12PM-7PM) and is ideal for paddlers seeking a quiet, motor-free water experience.


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