Shoreline Drive Eden Prairie boat launch
Shoreline Drive Eden Prairie
The Shoreline Drive boat ramp is a concrete ramp with a dual lane that is 32 feet wide. The ramp is designed for launching and retrieving boats and other watercraft. The ramp slope is moderate, making it easy for boats to be launched and retrieved. Parking is available for vehicles with trailers, and the lot can accommodate up to 50 vehicles.
The water body served by the Shoreline Drive boat ramp is Lake Riley, a popular recreational lake in the area. The lake is suitable for fishing, boating, tubing, water skiing, and other water sports. The lake has a maximum depth of 37 feet and contains a variety of fish species, including bass, panfish, and northern pike.
The Shoreline Drive boat ramp permits a variety of watercraft, including motorized boats, canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards. All boats must be properly registered and equipped with required safety equipment. The City of Eden Prairie provides information and guidelines for boaters using the ramp, including regulations for boating, fishing, and water sports on Lake Riley.
This information was verified by visiting the City of Eden Prairie's website and reviewing the latest information available on the Shoreline Drive boat ramp page.
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 Shoreline Drive Eden Prairie -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota River Near Jordan | 6,610 cfs | → |
| Minnesota River At Fort Snelling State Park | 6,620 cfs | → |
| Shingle Creek At Queen Ave In Minneapolis | 24 cfs | → |
| Crow River At Rockford | 1,220 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River At St. Paul | 14,200 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River Near Anoka | 7,510 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 Shoreline Drive Eden Prairie as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Shoreline Drive Eden Prairie
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 Shoreline Drive Eden Prairie.