Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:29 PM
- Water temp
- 74°F
- Water level
- 15.31 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 Ellis Bay
Updated 44 min agoSource: USGS station 05587498 — Mississippi River Pool Lock and Dam 26 at Alton,IL · 2.3 mi from Ellis Bay
Launch Light & Moon — June 21
local timeFirst Quarter (42% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Handicap Ramp
| Location | West Alton, Missouri |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Ellis Bay |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 38.869671, -90.181910 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Saint Charles County |
Handicap Ramp is a public boat launch providing access to Ellis Bay in West Alton, Missouri at coordinates 38.86967, -90.18191.
Handicap Ramp is a public boat launch on Ellis Bay in West Alton, Saint Charles County, Missouri. 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.
Related: boat ramp near West Alton • public launch in Saint Charles County • fishing access on Ellis Bay • Missouri boat launch
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Frequently Asked Questions About Handicap Ramp
Is Handicap Ramp free to use?
Yes, Handicap Ramp is a public boat launch with free access in West Alton, Missouri.
What water does Handicap Ramp access?
Handicap Ramp provides boat launch access to Ellis Bay in West Alton, Missouri.
How do I get to Handicap Ramp?
Handicap Ramp is located at coordinates 38.869671, -90.181910 in West Alton, Missouri. 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 1.1 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.