Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:23 PM
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Launch Light & Moon — June 24
local timeWaxing Gibbous (72% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Oakwood Bottoms Ramp
| Location | Grand Tower township, Illinois |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Turkey Bayou |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 37.674120, -89.411751 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Jackson County |
Oakwood Bottoms Ramp is a public boat launch providing access to Turkey Bayou in Grand Tower township, Illinois at coordinates 37.67412, -89.41175.
Oakwood Bottoms Ramp is a public boat launch on Turkey Bayou in Grand Tower township, Jackson 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 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 Oakwood Bottoms Ramp
Is Oakwood Bottoms Ramp free to use?
Yes, Oakwood Bottoms Ramp is a public boat launch with free access in Grand Tower township, Illinois.
What water does Oakwood Bottoms Ramp access?
Oakwood Bottoms Ramp provides boat launch access to Turkey Bayou in Grand Tower township, Illinois.
How do I get to Oakwood Bottoms Ramp?
Oakwood Bottoms Ramp is located at coordinates 37.674120, -89.411751 in Grand Tower township, 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
6 additional boat launches are located within 7.5 mi of Oakwood Bottoms Ramp, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.