Rainy River, Manitou Rapids Public Water Access Site Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (9:04 PM)
- Water temp
- 69°F
- Water level
- 1.79 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 Rainy River
Updated 58 min agoSource: USGS station 05133500 — RAINY RIVER AT MANITOU RAPIDS, MN · 3.5 mi from Rainy River
Launch Light & Moon — July 25
local timeWaxing Gibbous (82% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Rainy River, Manitou Rapids Public Water Access Site
| Location | Minnesota |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Rainy River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 48.632710, -93.914003 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Koochiching |
Rainy River, Manitou Rapids Public Water Access Site is a public boat launch providing access to Rainy River in Minnesota at coordinates 48.63271, -93.91400. Data published by Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MN DNR).
Rainy River, Manitou Rapids Public Water Access Site is a public boat launch on Rainy River in Koochiching 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: 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 launch in Koochiching • fishing access on Rainy River • Minnesota boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Ramp Surface | Gravel |
|---|---|
| Launch Lanes | 1 |
| Launch Type | Carry-In |
| Restrooms | 2 toilets |
| 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 Rainy River, Manitou Rapids Public Water Access Site
Is Rainy River, Manitou Rapids Public Water Access Site free to use?
Yes, Rainy River, Manitou Rapids Public Water Access Site is a public boat launch with free access in Minnesota.
What water does Rainy River, Manitou Rapids Public Water Access Site access?
Rainy River, Manitou Rapids Public Water Access Site provides boat launch access to Rainy River in Minnesota.
How do I get to Rainy River, Manitou Rapids Public Water Access Site?
Rainy River, Manitou Rapids Public Water Access Site is located at coordinates 48.632710, -93.914003 in 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 Rainy River, Manitou Rapids Public Water Access Site includes 6 other public boat ramps within 9.8 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.