​​For many individuals with mobility limitations, the opportunity to glide across open water can bring a profound sense of freedom, independence, and connection to the natural world—an experience too often out of reach. A loading ramp, wheelchair transfer bench along with overhead grab bars and other key accessible features make this all possible with this launch system.

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Alongside the accessible features, the launch will also serve as a stable, user-friendly entry point for able-bodied kayakers and canoeists, ensuring everyone can enjoy a smooth start to their paddling journey and enjoy the natural beauty and recreational treasures of your park.​​​

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This is more than just a place to launch. It’s a bridge to the water for everyone.

It’s a commitment to ensuring that the spectacular, 170-acre Little Falls Lake is accessible to every paddler through safe, stable and convenient access.

 

Why this matters:

• Accessibility for All: Designed for paddlers of all abilities.

• Leading the Way: This will be the first system of its kind in St. Croix County.

• Preserving the Experience: Enhancing how we enjoy our non-motorized waters.

 

This is a huge milestone for Willow River State Park, and we’re just getting started.

 

Stay tuned— more details (and some very exciting ways to get involved) are heading your way soon!​

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Questions? Please reach out to:

Bob Richardson

bob.richardson@willowkinnifriends.org​​​​​​​​​​