Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:53 PM)
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Launch Light & Moon — June 24
local timeWaxing Gibbous (75% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: South Skunk River Boat Ramp
| Location | Ames, Iowa |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | South Skunk River |
| Access Type | Public |
| Coordinates | 42.037016, -93.596867 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Story County |
South Skunk River Boat Ramp is a boat launch providing access to South Skunk River in Ames, Iowa at coordinates 42.03702, -93.59687.
South Skunk River Boat Ramp is a boat launch on South Skunk River in Ames, Story County, Iowa. This page shows sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
Related: boat ramp near Ames • public launch in Story County • fishing access on South Skunk River • Iowa boat launch
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Frequently Asked Questions About South Skunk River Boat Ramp
What water does South Skunk River Boat Ramp access?
South Skunk River Boat Ramp provides boat launch access to South Skunk River in Ames, Iowa.
How do I get to South Skunk River Boat Ramp?
South Skunk River Boat Ramp is located at coordinates 42.037016, -93.596867 in Ames, Iowa. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
The area surrounding South Skunk River Boat Ramp includes 6 other public boat ramps within 3.9 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.