Millrace Canal Trail, Goshen boat launch
Millrace Canal Trail, Goshen
The boat ramp is approximately 20 feet wide, providing ample space for boaters to safely launch their watercraft. The ramp is also equipped with a gentle slope, making it easy to launch boats of all sizes.
The Millrace Canal Trail boat ramp services the Millrace Canal, a body of water that runs through the heart of Goshen. The canal is primarily used for recreational purposes, including boating, fishing, and paddling.
A variety of watercraft are permitted on the Millrace Canal, including kayaks, canoes, rowboats, and motorized boats. However, there are restrictions on the size and speed of motorized boats allowed on the canal.
The information provided is accurate as of the time of writing, but it is always important to verify the latest information from local authorities before launching any 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 Millrace Canal Trail, Goshen -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Elkhart River At Goshen | 555 cfs | → |
| St. Joseph River At Elkhart | 3,030 cfs | → |
| Tippecanoe River At Oswego | 87 cfs | → |
| St. Joseph River At Mottville | 1,820 cfs | → |
| Tippecanoe River At North Webster | 23 cfs | → |
| Pigeon River Near Scott | 298 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest paddle runs, fishing spots, and other boat launches so you can extend a day on the water.
Nearby fishing
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 Millrace Canal Trail, Goshen as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Millrace Canal Trail, Goshen
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
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