ROOT RIVER -- HORLICK PARK BOAT RAMP

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November 21, 2024
Wind Advisory
National Weather Service Until 2024-11-21T10:45:00-06:00
* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of south central and southeast Wisconsin. * WHEN...From 9 AM this morning to 6 PM CST this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. The combination of wind and falling snow will greatly reduce visibility. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

SUMMARY

The Root River – Horlick Park Boat Ramp is a public boat ramp located in Racine, Wisconsin, at the coordinates of latitude 42.75379562 and longitude -87.82319641. It is situated on the Root River, which flows into Lake Michigan.

The boat ramp is a concrete ramp that is 20 feet wide and has a gradual slope, making it easy for boats to launch and retrieve. The ramp is also equipped with a dock for loading and unloading passengers and supplies.

The Root River – Horlick Park Boat Ramp is suitable for a variety of watercraft, including motorboats, sailboats, kayaks, canoes, and other types of recreational boats. The waterway is navigable for approximately 7 miles upstream and 5 miles downstream from the boat ramp.

The latest information available from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources confirms that the Root River – Horlick Park Boat Ramp is a popular destination for boaters, anglers, and other water enthusiasts. Visitors can access the river and its various tributaries, which offer ample opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and other outdoor activities. The boat ramp is open year-round, weather permitting, and is subject to periodic maintenance and improvements to ensure safe and efficient access to the waterway.

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