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Red Cedar River Boat Ramp

This public boat ramp provides access to the Red Cedar River in the Town of Prairie Lake and is managed by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.

Located at 8th Avenue near the County Highway D Bridge, it serves as a practical launch point for paddlers exploring this section of the Red Cedar River, which features fast current, numerous Class 1 rapids, and scenic sand banks.


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