Higgins Ferry and Lay Dam
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Higgins Ferry vs Lay Dam

Side-by-side comparison of two boat ramps in Chilton County, Alabama.

These ramps are about 9.1 miles apart.

Type
Hours
24/7
24/7
Fees
Free
Free
Launch Lanes
Water Type
Public
Public
Water Body
Coosa River - Mitchell Lake
Coosa River - Lay Lake
Trailer Parking
Restrooms
Accessible

Which ramp should you choose?

Both Higgins Ferry and Lay Dam provide public access in Chilton County. If you need more launch lanes or trailer parking, compare the numbers above directly — busier ramps benefit from multiple lanes to avoid a backup on weekends. If fees or accessibility are the deciding factor for your trip, check the fields above before you drive out, since ramp conditions can change seasonally.