John Nickell Boat Ramp, Kentucky River
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:56 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 — July 22
local timeFirst Quarter (53% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: John Nickell Boat Ramp, Kentucky River
| Location | Kentucky |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Kentucky River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.3/5 (20 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 37.770493, -84.525627 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Jessamine County |
John Nickell Boat Ramp, Kentucky River is a public boat launch providing access to Kentucky River in Kentucky at coordinates 37.77049, -84.52563. Rated 4.3/5 based on 20 Google reviews.
John Nickell Boat Ramp, Kentucky River is a public boat launch on Kentucky River in Jessamine 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.
Related: boat launch in Jessamine County • fishing access on Kentucky River • Kentucky boat launch
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Frequently Asked Questions About John Nickell Boat Ramp, Kentucky River
Is John Nickell Boat Ramp, Kentucky River free to use?
Yes, John Nickell Boat Ramp, Kentucky River is a public boat launch with free access in Kentucky.
How is John Nickell Boat Ramp, Kentucky River rated?
John Nickell Boat Ramp, Kentucky River has a 4.3 out of 5 rating based on 20 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does John Nickell Boat Ramp, Kentucky River access?
John Nickell Boat Ramp, Kentucky River provides boat launch access to Kentucky River in Kentucky.
How do I get to John Nickell Boat Ramp, Kentucky River?
John Nickell Boat Ramp, Kentucky River is located at coordinates 37.770493, -84.525627 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
Boaters have 6 other launch options within 9.5 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.