Root River, Chatfield Public Water Access Site Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:42 PM
- Water level
- 10.19 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 Root River
Updated 47 min agoSource: USGS station 05384350 — ROOT RIVER ABOVE RUSHFORD, MN · 2.1 mi from Root River
Launch Light & Moon — July 23
local timeFirst Quarter (69% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Root River, Chatfield Public Water Access Site
| Location | Chatfield, Minnesota |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Root River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 43.839759, -92.197122 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Fillmore |
Root River, Chatfield Public Water Access Site is a public boat launch providing access to Root River in Chatfield, Minnesota at coordinates 43.83976, -92.19712. Data published by Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MN DNR).
Root River, Chatfield Public Water Access Site is a public boat launch on Root River in Chatfield, Fillmore 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 Chatfield • public launch in Fillmore • fishing access on Root River • Minnesota boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Ramp Surface | Natural |
|---|---|
| Launch Lanes | 1 |
| Launch Type | Carry-In |
| Trailer Parking | 2 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 Root River, Chatfield Public Water Access Site
Is Root River, Chatfield Public Water Access Site free to use?
Yes, Root River, Chatfield Public Water Access Site is a public boat launch with free access in Chatfield, Minnesota.
What water does Root River, Chatfield Public Water Access Site access?
Root River, Chatfield Public Water Access Site provides boat launch access to Root River in Chatfield, Minnesota.
How do I get to Root River, Chatfield Public Water Access Site?
Root River, Chatfield Public Water Access Site is located at coordinates 43.839759, -92.197122 in Chatfield, 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
6 additional boat launches are located within 13.8 mi of Root River, Chatfield Public Water Access Site, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.