Sheps has consistently been my favorite launch over the years. I didn't mind paying for it up to a few years ago but once it became free....parking instantly became an issue (coincidence that this was around the time it switched from Sheps to Goodhue???).
There is more ramp etiquette issues seen now than before but thats probably inline with increased use. There is "open land" near the public trailer parking but I think its private and for sale.
That is a town dock so they (the town) have every right to make it a town sticker only parking location like the Gilford Town docks but I hope they don't do that.
I hope this all works about for non-town residents but think this is the beginning of yet less public ramp access on the lake. If the trend continues we will be down to Lees Mills (nobody wants to drive all the way up there then have a long an hazard filled boat ride back to the main lake) or Downings Landing which fills very early. OR you can pay $45 at a selection of private ramps on top of fuel it takes to get up there. If the trend continues...you will have to either be a lake front property/marina slip owner or one of the first few dozen boats at public launches to be able to enjoy the lake. Kind of like........Squam.
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