Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (9:03 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 — August 1
local timeWaning Gibbous (91% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: City of Metropolis
| Location | Kentucky |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Ohio River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 37.139603, -88.741494 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | McCracken County |
City of Metropolis is a public boat launch providing access to Ohio River in Kentucky at coordinates 37.13960, -88.74149.
City of Metropolis is a public boat launch on Ohio River in McCracken County, Kentucky. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About City of Metropolis
Is City of Metropolis free to use?
Yes, City of Metropolis is a public boat launch with free access in Kentucky.
What water does City of Metropolis access?
City of Metropolis provides boat launch access to Ohio River in Kentucky.
How do I get to City of Metropolis?
City of Metropolis is located at coordinates 37.139603, -88.741494 in Kentucky. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
6 additional boat launches are located within 7.1 mi of City of Metropolis, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.