Des Moines River, Petersburg Public Water Access Site Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:52 PM)
- Water level
- 10.04 ft
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Water Conditions on Des Moines River
Updated 36 min agoSource: USGS station 05475350 — DES MOINES RIVER ABOVE WINDOM, MN · 10 mi from Des Moines River
Launch Light & Moon — July 23
local timeWaxing Gibbous (71% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Des Moines River, Petersburg Public Water Access Site
| Location | Petersburg Township, Minnesota |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Des Moines River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 43.526387, -94.918965 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Jackson |
Des Moines River, Petersburg Public Water Access Site is a public boat launch providing access to Des Moines River in Petersburg Township, Minnesota at coordinates 43.52639, -94.91897. Data published by Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MN DNR).
Des Moines River, Petersburg Public Water Access Site is a public boat launch on Des Moines River in Petersburg Township, Jackson County, Minnesota. 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. Facility details on record include ramp surface: Concrete Slab, launch lanes: 1, launch type: Trailer Launch. This page shows live USGS water level and temperature, 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 Petersburg Township • public launch in Jackson • fishing access on Des Moines River • Minnesota boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Ramp Surface | Concrete Slab |
|---|---|
| Launch Lanes | 1 |
| Launch Type | Trailer Launch |
| Trailer Parking | 4 spaces |
| Managed By | DNR Division of Parks and Trails |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Des Moines River, Petersburg Public Water Access Site
Is Des Moines River, Petersburg Public Water Access Site free to use?
Yes, Des Moines River, Petersburg Public Water Access Site is a public boat launch with free access in Petersburg Township, Minnesota.
What water does Des Moines River, Petersburg Public Water Access Site access?
Des Moines River, Petersburg Public Water Access Site provides boat launch access to Des Moines River in Petersburg Township, Minnesota.
How do I get to Des Moines River, Petersburg Public Water Access Site?
Des Moines River, Petersburg Public Water Access Site is located at coordinates 43.526387, -94.918965 in Petersburg Township, Minnesota. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
Boaters have 6 other launch options within 9.0 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.