Perch Lake -- Access boat launch
Perch Lake -- Access
The boat ramp at Perch Lake is a concrete ramp, which makes it suitable for launching and retrieving various types of watercraft. The ramp is relatively narrow, with a width of around 12 feet, which means that only one boat can be launched or retrieved at a time.
Perch Lake is primarily used for fishing, and it is known to have populations of largemouth bass, panfish, and northern pike. However, due to its small size, the lake is not suitable for larger boats. Only small watercraft such as canoes, kayaks, and motorized fishing boats are permitted on the lake.
Overall, the Perch Lake boat ramp provides convenient access to a small but productive fishing lake that is well-suited for anglers who prefer a peaceful and quiet fishing experience. However, due to the narrow width of the ramp, boaters should exercise caution and patience when launching and retrieving their watercraft.
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 Perch Lake -- Access -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Willow River @ Willow R State Park Nr Burkhardt | 130 cfs | → |
| Kinnickinnic River Near River Falls | 90 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River At St. Paul | 15,400 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River At Prescott | 21,800 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River Below L&D #2 At Hastings | 17,500 cfs | → |
| St. Croix River At St. Croix Falls | 3,700 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 Perch Lake -- Access as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Perch Lake -- Access
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 Perch Lake -- Access.