North Delaware Road Ripley County boat launch
North Delaware Road Ripley County
Laughery Creek is a popular destination for canoeing, kayaking, and fishing in Indiana. The creek is known for its scenic beauty, calm waters, and abundance of fish species such as bass, bluegill, and catfish.
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources oversees the regulation of watercraft on Laughery Creek, and it permits the use of non-motorized boats such as canoes, kayaks, and rowboats. However, motorized boats are also allowed on the creek, as long as they adhere to the state's boating regulations and have appropriate safety equipment on board.
In summary, the North Delaware Road boat ramp in Ripley County, Indiana is a concrete ramp that services Laughery Creek. It is 16 feet wide and is suitable for non-motorized boats such as canoes and kayaks, as well as motorized boats that meet the state's boating 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 North Delaware Road Ripley County -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Brush Creek Near Nebraska | 2 cfs | → |
| Indian-Kentuck Creek Nr Canaan | 4 cfs | → |
| Vernon Fork Muscatatuck River At Vernon | 73 cfs | → |
| Woolper Creek At Woolper Road Near Burlington | 7 cfs | → |
| Whitewater River At Brookville | 732 cfs | → |
| Ohio River At Markland Dam Near Warsaw | 66,300 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 North Delaware Road Ripley County as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About North Delaware Road Ripley County
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 North Delaware Road Ripley County.