Acadia Highway 1117, East Orland boat launch
Acadia Highway 1117, East Orland
The ramp is situated at a latitude of 44.56625366 and a longitude of -68.67237854. The latest information available suggests that the ramp is well-maintained, allowing for easy launching and retrieval of boats. The ramp is also equipped with parking facilities, making it convenient for visitors to park their vehicles and trailers.
Branch Lake is a 2,735-acre lake in eastern Maine and is known for its excellent fishing opportunities. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including brown trout, lake trout, landlocked salmon, and smallmouth bass. The lake is also popular for recreational boating, kayaking, and canoeing.
In terms of craft permitted on the water, the Branch Lake allows boats with a maximum horsepower rating of 10 hp. The lake also permits kayaks, canoes, and other non-motorized watercraft.
Overall, the Acadia Highway 1117 boat ramp in East Orland, Maine, is a well-maintained ramp that offers easy access to Branch Lake. The ramp is suitable for small to medium-sized boats, and the lake is suitable for fishing, boating, and other water activities.
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 Acadia Highway 1117, East Orland -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Kenduskeag Stream Near Bangor | 81 cfs | → |
| Ducktrap River Near Lincolnville | 13 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 Acadia Highway 1117, East Orland as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Acadia Highway 1117, East Orland
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 Acadia Highway 1117, East Orland.