A public canoe and kayak launch on the Quinsigamond River at Route 140 in North Grafton, named for Elsa Ekblaw. Paddlers head upstream through a Mass Pike culvert toward the Snow Marsh, or downstream toward Lake Ripple.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Kayak
Allowed year-round, ice permitting
Managed by
Grafton Conservation Commission
508-839-5335 ext. 1410 · WebsiteWhat's here
Not here
No drinking water
no restrooms or water on site
Worth knowing
- Upstream from the landing, paddlers pass through a tunnel under the Mass Turnpike on the way to the Snow Marsh, and may spot an active beaver lodge just past the tunnel.
Common questions
Are there restrooms at the landing?
No. There are no restrooms at Ekblaw Landing, so plan accordingly before a longer paddle upstream to the marsh.
Where do I park at Ekblaw Landing?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Ekblaw Landing?
No, entry is free.