Vermilion River, Holmes Creek Public Water Access Site Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (9:06 PM)
- Water level
- 5.05 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 Vermilion River
Updated 45 min agoSource: USGS station 05129115 — VERMILION RIVER NR CRANE LAKE, MN · 10.3 mi from Vermilion River
Launch Light & Moon — July 15
local timeNew Moon (2% illuminated). Peak fishing window — solunar theory puts fish most active around the new and full moon.
Location
Quick Facts: Vermilion River, Holmes Creek Public Water Access Site
| Location | Portage Township, Minnesota |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Vermilion River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 48.235176, -92.577486 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | St. Louis |
Vermilion River, Holmes Creek Public Water Access Site is a public boat launch providing access to Vermilion River in Portage Township, Minnesota at coordinates 48.23518, -92.57749. Data published by Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MN DNR).
Vermilion River, Holmes Creek Public Water Access Site is a public boat launch on Vermilion River in Portage Township, St. Louis 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 ramp near Portage Township • public launch in St. Louis • fishing access on Vermilion River • Minnesota boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Ramp Surface | Gravel |
|---|---|
| Launch Lanes | 1 |
| Launch Type | Carry-In |
| Trailer Parking | 10 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 Vermilion River, Holmes Creek Public Water Access Site
Is Vermilion River, Holmes Creek Public Water Access Site free to use?
Yes, Vermilion River, Holmes Creek Public Water Access Site is a public boat launch with free access in Portage Township, Minnesota.
What water does Vermilion River, Holmes Creek Public Water Access Site access?
Vermilion River, Holmes Creek Public Water Access Site provides boat launch access to Vermilion River in Portage Township, Minnesota.
How do I get to Vermilion River, Holmes Creek Public Water Access Site?
Vermilion River, Holmes Creek Public Water Access Site is located at coordinates 48.235176, -92.577486 in Portage 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
Boaters have 6 other launch options within 5.2 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.