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Ferdinand State Forest Lake Boat Ramp

Ferdinand State Forest Lake Boat Ramp provides access to Ferdinand Lake, where electric trolling motors only are permitted.

The ramp is located on the east side of Ferdinand Lake within a 7,700-acre state forest that offers camping, picnicking, and hiking trails, with an entrance fee of $7 (in-state) or $9 (out-of-state) required during the May-October gate operation period.


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