Lime Lake County Park

There's no dock here, so you're walking into the water to guide your boat on and off the trailer. Plan on getting wet up to your knees — wear shoes you don't mind soaking. Solo launching a bigger boat is a pain without someone to hold the bow.

Only about 4-5 real trailer spots, and you're sharing the lot with park visitors — families with kids, picnickers, swimmers. On a warm summer weekend, the lot fills up surprisingly fast for such a small park. Get there early or you're out of luck.

There's no designated no-wake area on Lime Lake, so jet skis and tubers run pretty freely. If you're fishing, expect to deal with boat wakes most of the day on weekends. Weekday mornings are your best bet for calm water.

The step down to the water from the shore is steeper than it looks, and climbing back out when wet can be slippery. Not a huge deal for launching, but if you're loading kayaks or carrying gear to the water's edge, watch your footing — especially with kids.

This is a simple one-lane county park ramp on a pretty lake with crystal-clear water. It's not built for heavy traffic, but most days it's quiet enough that you won't wait. Best suited for small boats, kayaks, and pontoons. Don't expect amenities beyond a porta-potty and a few picnic tables.