How do I find a place to launch a kayak or canoe on the Great Miami River?

Use the river filter to select the Great Miami River, then look for green River Access markers. Each one shows a public put-in or take-out point, and many include amenities like parking, boat ramps, or restrooms.

What do the colored markers on the map mean?

Green markers are public river access points, red markers are hazards such as low dams that require portaging, and blue markers are points of interest like parks and landmarks. A separate icon marks developed boat ramps.

Is there a list view of all the river access points?

Yes. Switch to list view for a text-based directory of every access point, hazard, and point of interest on the map.

Which rivers are included on this map?

The Great Miami River, Stillwater River, Mad River, Greenville Creek, Buck Creek, and Twin Creek — the six waterways that make up the Great Miami River Watershed Water Trail, Ohio's only National Water Trail.

Great Miami River Watershed Water Trail Map

This interactive map covers every public access point on the Great Miami River Watershed Water Trail — the only National Water Trail in Ohio. Use it to find boat ramps, kayak and canoe launches, low dams and other hazards, and points of interest along the Great Miami River, Stillwater River, Mad River, Greenville Creek, Buck Creek, and Twin Creek. Filter by river or by amenity — camping, restrooms, drinking water, whitewater features, and more — to plan your next trip.

Prefer a list instead of a map? View the access points in list view.

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How to Use This Map

Use the river dropdown to narrow the map to a single waterway, or the amenities dropdown to find access points with the features you need, like boat ramps or whitewater play areas.

Map Legend

Green marker — River Access: a public put-in or take-out point
Red marker — River Hazard: a low dam, falls, or other feature requiring caution or portage
Blue marker — Points of Interest: parks, landmarks, and other notable stops along the river
Boat ramp icon — Boat Ramp: a developed ramp for trailered or motorized boats

Rivers covered: Great Miami River, Stillwater River, Mad River, Greenville Creek, Buck Creek, Twin Creek

Amenities you can filter by: Amphitheatre, Boat Ramp, Camping, Canoe Rental, Changing Booth, Drinking Water, Parking Lot, Picnic Area, Recreational Trail Access, Restrooms, Roadside Parking, Whitewater Feature

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find a place to launch a kayak or canoe on the Great Miami River?: Use the river filter to select the Great Miami River, then look for green River Access markers. Each one shows a public put-in or take-out point, and many include amenities like parking, boat ramps, or restrooms.
What do the colored markers on the map mean?: Green markers are public river access points, red markers are hazards such as low dams that require portaging, and blue markers are points of interest like parks and landmarks. A separate icon marks developed boat ramps.
Is there a list view of all the river access points?: Yes. Switch to list view for a text-based directory of every access point, hazard, and point of interest on the map.
Which rivers are included on this map?: The Great Miami River, Stillwater River, Mad River, Greenville Creek, Buck Creek, and Twin Creek — the six waterways that make up the Great Miami River Watershed Water Trail, Ohio's only National Water Trail.

Great Miami River Watershed Water Trail Map

How to Use This Map

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Frequently Asked Questions

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