Rogers Lake Public Boat Ramp boat launch
Rogers Lake Public Boat Ramp
The boat ramp services Rogers Lake, which is a freshwater lake located in the southeastern part of Connecticut. The lake is approximately 250 acres in size and is popular for recreational activities such as boating, fishing, and swimming.
According to the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, the following types of watercraft are permitted on Rogers Lake: boats, canoes, kayaks, sailboats, and personal watercraft (jet skis). However, all boats and watercraft must adhere to the lake's boating regulations, which include a maximum speed limit of 45 miles per hour and a prohibition on operating boats or personal watercrafts within 100 feet of shore.
Overall, the Rogers Lake Public Boat Ramp is a well-maintained boat ramp that provides easy access to a popular freshwater lake in Connecticut. Boaters and water enthusiasts alike can enjoy a variety of recreational activities on the water, as long as they follow the lake's regulations.
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 Rogers Lake Public Boat Ramp -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| East Branch Eightmile River Near North Lyme | 21 cfs | → |
| Eightmile R At North Plain | 18 cfs | → |
| Indian River Near Clinton | 4 cfs | → |
| Salmon River Near East Hampton | 88 cfs | → |
| Yantic River At Yantic | 87 cfs | → |
| Connecticut R At Middle Haddam | 41,300 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 Rogers Lake Public Boat Ramp as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Rogers Lake Public Boat Ramp
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 Rogers Lake Public Boat Ramp.