Black River Main Branch Boat Ramp
Black River Main Branch Boat Ramp
The Black River Wharf Boat Launch at 1355 Black River Parkway in Lorain provides access to the main stem of the Black River with a large 170-space parking lot suitable for trailers and larger vehicles.
The facility features a pavilion with picnic tables, scenic river views, and is part of the Vermilion-Lorain Water Trail for paddlers; a launch fee applies, with season passes available for $70 per person that also include access to Lakeside Launch.
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