Platte River, Co Rd 256 Public Water Access Site Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (9:08 PM)
- Water temp
- 75°F
- Water level
- 4.39 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 Platte River
Updated 48 min agoSource: USGS station 04071765 — OCONTO RIVER NEAR OCONTO, WI · 8.2 mi from Platte River
Launch Light & Moon — July 9
local timeWaning Crescent (29% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Platte River, Co Rd 256 Public Water Access Site
| Location | Little Falls Township, Minnesota |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Platte River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 45.933189, -94.260682 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Morrison |
Platte River, Co Rd 256 Public Water Access Site is a public boat launch providing access to Platte River in Little Falls Township, Minnesota at coordinates 45.93319, -94.26068. Data published by Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MN DNR).
Platte River, Co Rd 256 Public Water Access Site is a public boat launch on Platte River in Little Falls Township, Morrison 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: Gravel, launch lanes: 1, launch type: Trailer Launch. 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 Little Falls Township • public launch in Morrison • fishing access on Platte River • Minnesota boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Ramp Surface | Gravel |
|---|---|
| Launch Lanes | 1 |
| Launch Type | Trailer Launch |
| Trailer Parking | 5 spaces |
| Managed By | DNR Division of Parks and Trails |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Platte River, Co Rd 256 Public Water Access Site
Is Platte River, Co Rd 256 Public Water Access Site free to use?
Yes, Platte River, Co Rd 256 Public Water Access Site is a public boat launch with free access in Little Falls Township, Minnesota.
What water does Platte River, Co Rd 256 Public Water Access Site access?
Platte River, Co Rd 256 Public Water Access Site provides boat launch access to Platte River in Little Falls Township, Minnesota.
How do I get to Platte River, Co Rd 256 Public Water Access Site?
Platte River, Co Rd 256 Public Water Access Site is located at coordinates 45.933189, -94.260682 in Little Falls Township, 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
The area surrounding Platte River, Co Rd 256 Public Water Access Site includes 6 other public boat ramps within 6.4 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.