United States Colorado

Escalante Boat Launch

The Escalante Boat Launch is a concrete boat ramp located in the state of Colorado. It is approximately 20 feet wide and allows for easy launching and retrieval of boats. The ramp provides access to the Gunnison River, a popular fishing and recreational waterway in the area.

The Gunnison River offers a variety of fishing opportunities, including rainbow trout, brown trout, and kokanee salmon. The area is also popular for boating, with small watercraft such as canoes, kayaks, and rafts being the most common types of vessels seen on the river.

According to the latest information available, the use of motorized watercraft is permitted on the river, but only up to a certain horsepower limit. The exact limit may vary depending on the time of year and local regulations, so it is important to check with the appropriate authorities before launching any motorized watercraft.

Overall, the Escalante Boat Launch provides convenient access to a popular recreational waterway in Colorado and is suitable for a wide range of boating and fishing activities. Get driving directions.
ESCALANTE BOAT LAUNCH

STREAMFLOW LEVELS
Streamgauge Streamflow
Gunnison River Below Gunnison Tunnel
USGS 09128000
619 cfs
Colo River Blw Grd Valley Div Nr Palisade Co
USGS 09106150
4,980 cfs
Gunnison River Near Grand Junction
USGS 09152500
2,460 cfs
Terror Creek At Mouth Near Bowie
USGS 09132995
2 cfs
Big Creek At Upper Station
USGS 09099500
55 cfs
Surface Creek At Cedaredge
USGS 09143500
47 cfs
North Fork Gunnison River Below Paonia
USGS 09134100
96 cfs

Nearby Camping
Location Campsites Reservations Toilets Showers Elevation
Island Acres - James M. Robb - Colorado River State Park 60 4,764 ft
Iron Springs 8 9,576 ft