Dexter Point Boating Site boat launch
Dexter Point Boating Site
The boat ramp at Dexter Point is wide enough to accommodate larger boats and trailers. It is maintained by the US Forest Service and is open to the public year-round. The ramp provides access to the Ruedi Reservoir, which is a popular destination for fishing, boating, and water sports.
The Ruedi Reservoir is a 997-acre body of water that is located in the White River National Forest. It is a popular destination for boating, fishing, camping, hiking, and wildlife watching. The reservoir is home to a variety of fish species, including rainbow trout, brown trout, and kokanee salmon.
The Dexter Point Boating Site is open to a variety of watercraft, including motorized boats, canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards. However, it is important to note that there are restrictions in place for motorized boats. Boats with motors over 10 horsepower are not permitted on the reservoir.
In conclusion, the Dexter Point Boating Site is a popular boat ramp in Colorado that provides easy access to the Ruedi Reservoir. It is a concrete boat ramp that is wide enough to accommodate larger boats and trailers. The site is open year-round and is maintained by the US Forest Service. The reservoir is open to a variety of watercraft, but there are restrictions in place for motorized boats.
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 Dexter Point Boating Site -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Arkansas River At Granite | 129 cfs | → |
| Lake Creek Above Twin Lakes Reservoir | 199 cfs | → |
| Arkansas River Below Empire Gulch Near Malta | 98 cfs | → |
| Clear Creek Above Clear Creek Reservoir | 73 cfs | → |
| Halfmoon Creek Near Malta | 24 cfs | → |
| Arkansas River Below Granite | 219 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest paddle runs, fishing spots, and other boat launches so you can extend a day on the water.
River runs
- Pine Creek (Granite To Numbers)
- Lower (Bottom Four)
- Clear Creek Of The Arkansas
- Numbers
- Arkansas River Segment 1
- The Upper
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 Dexter Point Boating Site as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Dexter Point Boating Site
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 Dexter Point Boating Site.