Watonwan River, Hwy #169 Public Water Access Site Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:58 PM — under 2h
- Water level
- 2.19 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 Watonwan River
Updated 53 min agoSource: USGS station 05319500 — WATONWAN RIVER NEAR GARDEN CITY, MN · 2.3 mi from Watonwan River
Launch Light & Moon — July 14
local timeNew Moon (0% illuminated). Peak fishing window — solunar theory puts fish most active around the new and full moon.
Location
Quick Facts: Watonwan River, Hwy #169 Public Water Access Site
| Location | Garden City Township, Minnesota |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Watonwan River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 44.049157, -94.171439 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Blue Earth |
Watonwan River, Hwy #169 Public Water Access Site is a public boat launch providing access to Watonwan River in Garden City Township, Minnesota at coordinates 44.04916, -94.17144. Data published by Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MN DNR).
Watonwan River, Hwy #169 Public Water Access Site is a public boat launch on Watonwan River in Garden City Township, Blue Earth 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 launch type: Carry-In, managed by: DNR Division of Parks and Trails. 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 Garden City Township • public launch in Blue Earth • fishing access on Watonwan River • Minnesota boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Launch Type | Carry-In |
|---|---|
| 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 Watonwan River, Hwy #169 Public Water Access Site
Is Watonwan River, Hwy #169 Public Water Access Site free to use?
Yes, Watonwan River, Hwy #169 Public Water Access Site is a public boat launch with free access in Garden City Township, Minnesota.
What water does Watonwan River, Hwy #169 Public Water Access Site access?
Watonwan River, Hwy #169 Public Water Access Site provides boat launch access to Watonwan River in Garden City Township, Minnesota.
How do I get to Watonwan River, Hwy #169 Public Water Access Site?
Watonwan River, Hwy #169 Public Water Access Site is located at coordinates 44.049157, -94.171439 in Garden City 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 4.4 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.