Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:48 PM
- Water level
- 6.33 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 Mcdonald Lake
Updated 52 min agoSource: USGS station 04065106 — MENOMINEE RIVER AT NIAGARA, WI · 3.6 mi from Mcdonald Lake
Launch Light & Moon — July 24
local timeWaxing Gibbous (78% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Mcdonald Lake Public Water Access Site
| Location | West Cook, Minnesota |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Mcdonald Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 47.863799, -90.526886 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Cook |
Mcdonald Lake Public Water Access Site is a public boat launch providing access to Mcdonald Lake in West Cook, Minnesota at coordinates 47.86380, -90.52689. Data published by Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MN DNR).
Mcdonald Lake Public Water Access Site is a public boat launch on Mcdonald 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 Mcdonald Lake • Minnesota boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Ramp Surface | Natural |
|---|---|
| Launch Lanes | 1 |
| Launch Type | Carry-In |
| Managed By | U.S. Forest Service |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mcdonald Lake Public Water Access Site
Is Mcdonald Lake Public Water Access Site free to use?
Yes, Mcdonald Lake Public Water Access Site is a public boat launch with free access in West Cook, Minnesota.
What water does Mcdonald Lake Public Water Access Site access?
Mcdonald Lake Public Water Access Site provides boat launch access to Mcdonald Lake in West Cook, Minnesota.
How do I get to Mcdonald Lake Public Water Access Site?
Mcdonald Lake Public Water Access Site is located at coordinates 47.863799, -90.526886 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 5.0 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.