Boat Launch in Kenora, Ontario
Anicinabe Park Boat Launch
Anicinabe Park gives Kenora boaters a practical Lake of the Woods launch with a double-wide ramp, short loading berths, and campground services close by. The main planning checks are trailer parking, gate hours, City closure notices, and keeping the beach separate from the launch zone.
Anicinabe Park Boat Launch
Plan your visit
What to know before you go.
Access from Miikana Way off Highway 17 East.
Public launch with short courtesy berths.
For loading and unloading only.
Seasonal launch-lot day parking; no overnight.
Boat launch opens with the park gate.
Modern comfort station listed by the operator.
Fish cleaning house is listed in park amenities.
Check FMZ 5 rules before fishing.
Best For
Good To Know
The paid launch lot is closest to the ramp, while the City also lists the west-side Miikana Way overflow lot as free day parking.
The operator identifies a double-wide public launch and 15-minute courtesy berths; use the berths for loading, not day moorage.
City public-docking guidance lists Anicinabe Park beach as a no-launching and no-docking zone, so keep boat traffic to the ramp area.
A City notice reported culvert-replacement delays at the launch in May 2026; use City notices before driving with a trailer.
Launch Layout
- Ramp
- Anicinabe Park provides a double-wide public boat launch for Lake of the Woods access.
- Loading berths
- The operator lists 15-minute courtesy berths for loading and unloading at the launch.
- Dock permits
- City public-docking guidance says Anicinabe Park east and west dock permits are obtained from Anicinabe Park.
Parking And Hours
- Launch lot
- The City lists seasonal day parking at Anicinabe Park Boat Launch Parking Lot for $5 per day, with no parking between 10:30 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.
- Overflow
- The City lists Anicinabe Park overflow parking on the west side of Miikana Way as free day parking.
- Gate
- The operator lists park gate and boat launch opening at 6:00 a.m., with all park access closed at 10:30 p.m.
Fishing And Services
- Fish cleaning
- A fish cleaning house is listed among the Anicinabe Park amenities.
- Washrooms
- The operator lists a modern washroom and shower building, and the City park page lists washrooms at Anicinabe Park.
- Fishing rules
- Use Ontario's FMZ 5 regulation summary for Lake of the Woods season, limit, and waterbody-exception checks. Open FMZ 5 rules
Rules To Check
- Beach
- City guidance lists Anicinabe Park beach under no docking or launching; use the launch area instead.
- Closure notices
- The City public-docking page directs boaters to closure notices, and a recent Anicinabe launch notice reported delays during culvert work.
- PFDs
- Transport Canada requires a Canadian-approved lifejacket or PFD on board for each person on a watercraft.
Questions People Ask
Can I launch a trailered boat at Anicinabe Park?
Yes. The operator says Anicinabe Park provides a double-wide public boat launch with 15-minute courtesy berths for loading and unloading.
What does launch parking cost?
The City lists seasonal day parking at Anicinabe Park Boat Launch Parking Lot for $5 per day and says no parking is allowed there between 10:30 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.
Is there free overflow parking?
Yes, for day use. The City lists the Anicinabe Park overflow lot on the west side of Miikana Way as free day parking.
Are washrooms and fish cleaning available?
Yes. The operator lists a modern washroom and shower building plus a fish cleaning house among the park amenities.
Can I launch from Anicinabe beach?
No. City public-docking guidance lists Anicinabe Park beach as a no-docking and no-launching area, so use the signed launch instead.
What should I check before fishing from here?
Check Ontario FMZ 5 rules for Lake of the Woods and any waterbody exceptions before keeping fish.
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Official And Operator
- Anicinabe Park and CampgroundOperator page
- City of KenoraOfficial page
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- City of KenoraOfficial page
- Government of OntarioOfficial page
- Transport CanadaOfficial page