Highland Scenic Drive South 6213, Baxter boat launch
Highland Scenic Drive South 6213, Baxter
The boat ramp is approximately 20 feet wide, making it suitable for launching and retrieving small to medium-sized boats. It provides access to Whipple Lake, which is a small, shallow body of water that covers around 50 acres. Whipple Lake is a popular fishing spot with a variety of fish species, including bass, crappie, and sunfish.
The latest information available indicates that the boat ramp is open year-round, but it may be closed during winter months due to ice. There are no fees for using the ramp, but users are required to have a valid Minnesota watercraft registration or a non-resident watercraft permit.
In summary, Highland Scenic Drive South 6213 boat ramp in Baxter, Minnesota is a public boat ramp suitable for launching small to medium-sized boats, canoes, and kayaks. It provides access to Whipple Lake, which is popular for fishing. The ramp is approximately 20 feet wide and is open year-round, with no fees for use.
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 Highland Scenic Drive South 6213, Baxter -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi River At Brainerd | 3,260 cfs | → |
| Crow Wing River Near Pillager | 1,260 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River At Aitkin | 2,710 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 Highland Scenic Drive South 6213, Baxter as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Highland Scenic Drive South 6213, Baxter
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.
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