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Lac Qui Parle River, Lac Qui Parle Co Park Public Water Access Site

Lac qui Parle River · Dawson, Lac qui Parle County

Lac Qui Parle River, Lac Qui Parle Co Park Public Water Access Site is a kayak and canoe launch on Lac qui Parle River in Dawson, Minnesota, with 5 trailer parking spaces and restrooms. It is managed by Lac Qui Parle County.

Launch
Carry-in (kayak, canoe)
Lanes
1
Trailer parking
5 spaces
Restroom
Yes
Dock
No
Nearest town
13 mi from Montevideo

Managed by Lac Qui Parle County

Directions: From US 59 just south of Watson take Co Rd 14/Co Hwy 20 west for 11.3 miles to CR 27. Follow CR 27 to Lac qui Parle County Park.

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Before you launch in Minnesota

🧼 Boaters must allow inspection at staffed accesses, and inspectors can require decontamination before launch.

Minnesota boating laws: education, age limits and life jackets

Links go to official Minnesota agency pages.

All ramps in Lac qui Parle County

New to launching? Read how to launch a kayak.

Nearby boat ramps

Page updated Oct 27, 2026. Ramp details from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.