United States Colorado

Cottonwood Island Boat Ramp

The Cottonwood Island Boat Ramp is located in the state of Colorado, with latitude and longitude coordinates of 39.712233250000054 and -107.045235817, respectively. The boat ramp is specifically situated in the city of Rifle, which is part of Garfield County.

This boat ramp is a concrete ramp that provides access to the Colorado River, which flows through Garfield County. It is a popular destination for boaters and anglers alike, who come to take advantage of the scenic views and abundant fish populations in the area.

The Cottonwood Island Boat Ramp is also quite wide, measuring approximately 30 feet in width. This allows for easy and safe launching and retrieval of boats of different sizes and types.

As for the kinds of craft that are permitted on the water, the Colorado River is open to a variety of boats, including motorized and non-motorized vessels. This includes boats with outboard motors, rowboats, kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards.

In terms of the most recent information available, it is advisable to check with local authorities and/or the boat ramp operator to confirm any updates or changes that may have occurred since the last publication or data collection. Get driving directions.
COTTONWOOD ISLAND BOAT RAMP

STREAMFLOW LEVELS
Streamgauge Streamflow
Gunnison River Near Gunnison
USGS 09114500
1,160 cfs
North Fork Gunnison River Below Paonia
USGS 09134100
96 cfs
Tomichi Creek At Gunnison
USGS 09119000
190 cfs
Ohio Creek Above Mouth Nr Gunnison
USGS 09113980
165 cfs
Minnesota Creek Near Paonia
USGS 09134000
4 cfs
Gunnison River Below Gunnison Tunnel
USGS 09128000
619 cfs

Nearby Camping
Location Campsites Reservations Toilets Showers Elevation
Sheriffs Reservoir 6 9,808 ft
Crosho Lake Recreation Area 10 8,872 ft
Upper Colorado Rec Area Numerous 6,158 ft
Sweetwater Lake 9 7,739 ft
Gypsum Numerous 6,286 ft
Lyons Gulch Dispersed 4 6,209 ft
Chapman Reservoir 12 9,269 ft
Pinball Point Numerous 6,457 ft