Fishermen's Bend Recreation Site boat launch
Fishermen's Bend Recreation Site
Fishermen's Bend Recreation Site is a concrete boat ramp that is suitable for launching small to medium-sized watercraft. The ramp is wide enough to accommodate two boats at the same time.
The boat ramp services North Santiam River, which is a popular spot for fishing, boating, and camping. North Santiam River is a tributary of the Santiam River, which flows into the Willamette River.
The kind of craft permitted on the water at Fishermen's Bend Recreation Site are powerboats, canoes, kayaks, and rafts. The maximum speed limit for powerboats is 10 mph, and all boats are required to have proper safety equipment.
This information was verified on the Oregon State Parks and Recreation Department's website as of September 2021.
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 Fishermen's Bend Recreation Site -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little North Santiam River Near Mehama | 188 cfs | → |
| North Santiam River At Mehama | 1,400 cfs | → |
| Schafer Creek Near Lacomb | 0 cfs | → |
| North Santiam River At Niagara | 1,240 cfs | → |
| Thomas Creek Near Scio | 164 cfs | → |
| Quartzville Creek Near Cascadia | 130 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 Fishermen's Bend Recreation Site as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Fishermen's Bend Recreation Site
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 Fishermen's Bend Recreation Site.