West McDonald Lake Public Water Access Site Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:55 PM)
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Launch Light & Moon — August 2
local timeWaning Gibbous (84% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: West McDonald Lake Public Water Access Site
| Location | Dora township, Minnesota |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | West Mcdonald Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 46.580499, -95.797884 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Otter Tail |
West McDonald Lake Public Water Access Site is a public boat launch providing access to West Mcdonald Lake in Dora township, Minnesota at coordinates 46.58050, -95.79788. Data published by Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MN DNR).
West McDonald Lake Public Water Access Site is a public boat launch on West Mcdonald Lake in Dora township, Otter Tail 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: Concrete Slab, launch lanes: 1, launch type: Trailer Launch. This page shows 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.
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Facilities & Amenities
| Ramp Surface | Concrete Slab |
|---|---|
| Launch Lanes | 1 |
| Launch Type | Trailer Launch |
| Docks / Piers | 1 |
| Trailer Parking | 4 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 West McDonald Lake Public Water Access Site
Is West McDonald Lake Public Water Access Site free to use?
Yes, West McDonald Lake Public Water Access Site is a public boat launch with free access in Dora township, Minnesota.
What water does West McDonald Lake Public Water Access Site access?
West McDonald Lake Public Water Access Site provides boat launch access to West Mcdonald Lake in Dora township, Minnesota.
How do I get to West McDonald Lake Public Water Access Site?
West McDonald Lake Public Water Access Site is located at coordinates 46.580499, -95.797884 in Dora 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 2.8 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.