Sammamish River Trail Redmond boat launch
Sammamish River Trail Redmond
The Sammamish River is a 14-mile long waterway that runs through King County, Washington. It flows from Lake Sammamish in the east to Lake Washington in the west. The river is a popular destination for fishing, paddling, and wildlife viewing.
According to the latest information available, motorized boats are not allowed on the Sammamish River. However, non-motorized watercraft such as canoes, kayaks, and rowboats are permitted on the water. The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife manages the river and enforces the rules and regulations governing its use.
In summary, the Sammamish River Trail Redmond boat ramp is a concrete boat ramp that provides access to the Sammamish River in Redmond, Washington. It is approximately 20 feet wide and is suitable for launching small watercraft such as canoes, kayaks, and rowboats. Motorized boats are not allowed on the river, but non-motorized watercraft are permitted.
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 Sammamish River Trail Redmond -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Mercer Creek Near Bellevue | 12 cfs | → |
| Thornton Creek Near Seattle | 41 cfs | → |
| Issaquah Creek Near Mouth Near Issaquah | 62 cfs | → |
| Snoqualmie River Near Carnation | 3,140 cfs | → |
| Snohomish River Near Monroe | 9,580 cfs | → |
| Cedar River At Renton | 479 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
- Snoqualmie Falls To Plum's Landing
- Confluence With Taylor River To Confluence With North Fork Snoqualmie River
- Wagner Bridge To Confluence With Middle Fork Snoqualmie River
- Confluence Of Tye And Foss Rivers To Gold Bar
- Confluence With Troublesome Creek To Confluence With South Fork Skykomish River
- Alpine Lakes Wilderness Boundary To Quartz Creek Road
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 Sammamish River Trail Redmond as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Sammamish River Trail Redmond
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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