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Boating

at St. Joe State Park

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You can access any of the park's four lakes via a gravel boat ramp. The boat ramps are open year-round. Human-powered boats and boats with electric trolling motors are allowed on the lakes; the use of gas-powered motors is not permitted. There are no launch fees. A fishing pass must be obtained from the park office for access to Apollo and JoLee lakes. There is a water trail on Monsanto Lake.

Canoe and Kayak Rental

Rental times:

  • April through September: 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., daily
  • October through March: 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., daily

Fees:

  • Kayaks:
    Two-hour rental: $15 ($5 for each additional hour)
    All-day rental: $30
  • Canoes:
    Two-hour rental: $20 ($5 for each additional hour)
    All-day rental: $40

Rentals can be made at the park office and require an ID and a contract. Life jackets and paddles are included with the rental. Kayaks and canoes are launched at Monsanto Lake.