County Road 10 1522, Franklin County boat launch
County Road 10 1522, Franklin County
The Bear Creek Lake is a 670-acre reservoir located in northwest Alabama, just south of the town of Haleyville. It is a popular destination for fishing, boating, and other water-based recreational activities. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill, and catfish.
According to the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, all types of boats are permitted on Bear Creek Lake, including motorboats, sailboats, canoes, and kayaks. However, boats must comply with all state laws and regulations, including having the necessary safety equipment and following speed limits and other boating rules.
In summary, the County Road 10 1522 boat ramp in Franklin County, Alabama is a public concrete boat ramp that provides free access to the Bear Creek Lake. It is approximately 14 feet wide and allows all types of boats, including motorboats, sailboats, canoes, and kayaks.
Plan your launch down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around County Road 10 1522, Franklin County -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Sipsey Fork Near Grayson Al | 1,030 cfs | → |
| Clear C At New Hope Church Nr Poplar Springs | 66 cfs | → |
| Buttahatchee River Below Hamilton Al | 283 cfs | → |
| Bear Creek Near Red Bay | 261 cfs | → |
| Big Nance Creek At Courtland Al | 21 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest paddle runs, fishing spots, and other boat launches so you can extend a day on the water.
Boating safety & etiquette
- Check the conditions before you launch
- Use the streamflow numbers, weather, and wind forecast on this page. High-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
- Wear your life jacket
- Statistically the single biggest survival factor in a boating incident. State law often requires one per passenger.
- File a float plan
- Tell someone on shore your put-in, take-out, and expected return time. Especially for multi-day or remote trips.
- Yield at the ramp
- Prep gear in the parking lot, not on the ramp. Launch and clear quickly so others can use the lane.
- Clean, drain, dry
- Inspect, clean, drain and dry your boat between waters to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save County Road 10 1522, Franklin County as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About County Road 10 1522, Franklin County
Can I launch a motorboat here?
Most Snoflo-tracked launches support motorboats; check the operator for any horsepower restrictions, paddle-only zones, or seasonal closures.
How fresh is the streamflow data?
USGS streamgauges report continuously (every 15 minutes); the table on this page pulls the latest reading at page load.
Is there a fee?
Many federal and state boat launches charge a day-use fee. Check the operator's site before driving out.
What boat is right for these conditions?
Use the nearby streamflow numbers and river-run panel on this page to gauge current conditions. Wider, slower water is friendly for casual paddling and powerboats; high-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this launch, set a threshold (discharge, wind), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other launches near here
Snoflo-tracked boat launches within driving distance of County Road 10 1522, Franklin County.