Most state agencies list public ramps, but much of kayak fishing’s magic stems from getting off the beaten track to access seldom-fished rivers and streams. To help find such out-of-the-way places, Jeff Little suggests OnX Hunt. Although the app was designed for hunting, the top-end version provides nationwide public and private land boundaries so you can stay on the right side of landowners—and the law—when accessing streams.
Another useful resource is the U.S. Geological Survey Water Data site (waterdata.usgs.gov), which provides real-time stream-flow data that helps you home in on specific waters and stream segments. Don’t overestimate your ability to navigate safely in your kayak. Know your level of experience and capability, and don’t push your limits. Drop your kayak only into stretches of water that you can navigate and fish…
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Game & Fish East (Digital) - 1 Issue, June/July 2024