Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:50 PM)
- Water temp
- 77°F
- Water level
- 2.68 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 Iron Lake
Updated 1 hr agoSource: USGS station 04024000 — ST. LOUIS RIVER AT SCANLON, MN · 4.9 mi from Iron Lake
Launch Light & Moon — July 24
local timeWaxing Gibbous (73% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Iron Lake Public Water Access Site
| Location | West Cook, Minnesota |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Iron Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 48.067669, -90.617437 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Cook |
Iron Lake Public Water Access Site is a public boat launch providing access to Iron Lake in West Cook, Minnesota at coordinates 48.06767, -90.61744. Data published by Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MN DNR).
Iron Lake Public Water Access Site is a public boat launch on Iron Lake in West Cook, Cook 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: Natural, launch lanes: 1, launch type: Carry-In. 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 Cook • public launch in Cook • fishing access on Iron Lake • Minnesota boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Ramp Surface | Natural |
|---|---|
| Launch Lanes | 1 |
| Launch Type | Carry-In |
| Restrooms | 1 toilet |
| Trailer Parking | 3 spaces |
| Managed By | U.S. Forest Service |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Iron Lake Public Water Access Site
Is Iron Lake Public Water Access Site free to use?
Yes, Iron Lake Public Water Access Site is a public boat launch with free access in West Cook, Minnesota.
What water does Iron Lake Public Water Access Site access?
Iron Lake Public Water Access Site provides boat launch access to Iron Lake in West Cook, Minnesota.
How do I get to Iron Lake Public Water Access Site?
Iron Lake Public Water Access Site is located at coordinates 48.067669, -90.617437 in West Cook, 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 5.5 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.