Fort Massac State Park Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:18 PM)
- Water level
- 30.4 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 Ohio River - West
Updated 21 min agoSource: USGS station 03384500 — OHIO RIVER AT DAM 51 AT GOLCONDA, IL · 3.1 mi from Ohio River - West
Launch Light & Moon — June 22
local timeFirst Quarter (48% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Fort Massac State Park
| Location | Metropolis, Illinois |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Ohio River - West |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.6/5 (1791 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 37.144089, -88.711590 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Massac County |
| Phone | (618) 524-4712 |
Fort Massac State Park is a public boat launch providing access to Ohio River - West in Metropolis, Illinois at coordinates 37.14409, -88.71159. Rated 4.6/5 based on 1791 Google reviews.
Fort Massac State Park is a public boat launch on Ohio River - West in Metropolis, Massac County, Illinois. 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 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fort Massac State Park
Is Fort Massac State Park free to use?
Yes, Fort Massac State Park is a public boat launch with free access in Metropolis, Illinois.
How is Fort Massac State Park rated?
Fort Massac State Park has a 4.6 out of 5 rating based on 1791 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Fort Massac State Park access?
Fort Massac State Park provides boat launch access to Ohio River - West in Metropolis, Illinois.
How do I get to Fort Massac State Park?
Fort Massac State Park is located at coordinates 37.144089, -88.711590 in Metropolis, Illinois. 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 6.4 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.