Council Grounds State Park Boat Ramp
Council Grounds State Park Boat Ramp
Council Grounds State Park Boat Launch provides access to Lake Alexander and the Wisconsin River with a dock, parking, and restrooms available.
Located at N1895 Council Grounds Drive in Merrill, the landing accommodates boats, kayaks, and canoes, with a short 0. 20-mile portage to Alexander Dam. State park admission fees apply, and the park is open 6 a. m. to 11 p. m. year-round.
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