Homestake Reservoir Boat Ramp Day Use Area boat launch
Homestake Reservoir Boat Ramp Day Use Area
Homestake Reservoir Boat Ramp Day Use Area services Homestake Reservoir, a popular destination for boaters and anglers. The reservoir is located in the White River National Forest in the Rocky Mountains and covers an area of 400 acres. The reservoir is a popular destination for fishing, as it is stocked with rainbow, brown, and cutthroat trout.
A variety of watercraft are permitted on Homestake Reservoir, including motorized boats, kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards. However, jet skis and water skiing are not allowed on the reservoir. Visitors are advised to check the latest regulations before bringing their watercraft to the reservoir.
Overall, Homestake Reservoir Boat Ramp Day Use Area provides a convenient and accessible launching point for visitors to Homestake Reservoir. Its wide concrete boat ramp and ample parking make it a popular spot for recreational boaters.
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 Homestake Reservoir Boat Ramp Day Use Area -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri Creek Near Gold Park | 5 cfs | → |
| Homestake Creek At Gold Park | 23 cfs | → |
| Wurtz Ditch Near Tenneessee Pass | 3 cfs | → |
| Ewing Ditch At Tennessee Pass | 0 cfs | → |
| Lake Fork Below Sugar Loaf Reservoir | 16 cfs | → |
| Arkansas River Near Leadville | 48 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest paddle runs, fishing spots, and other boat launches so you can extend a day on the water.
River runs
- Headwaters To Holy Cross Wilderness Boundary
- Arkansas River Segment 1
- East Fork Arkansas River
- Dowd Chute
- Riverbend To Edwards (Upper Eagle)
- Upper-Upper Ten Mile
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 Homestake Reservoir Boat Ramp Day Use Area as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Homestake Reservoir Boat Ramp Day Use Area
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 Homestake Reservoir Boat Ramp Day Use Area.