Wickiup Butte boat launch
Wickiup Butte
The Wickiup Reservoir is a large body of water that spans across over 10 miles in length and covers more than 10,000 acres. It is a popular destination for anglers and boaters alike, offering opportunities to catch a variety of fish species such as rainbow trout, brown trout, kokanee salmon, and more.
Various types of boats are permitted on the Wickiup Reservoir, including motorized and non-motorized watercraft such as kayaks, canoes, sailboats, and powerboats. However, it is important to note that there are restrictions on the use of motorized boats and specific types of engines may be prohibited in certain areas.
The information provided is accurate as of August 2021, based on official sources from the US Forest Service and the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. However, it is always recommended to check for any updates or changes before planning a trip to the area.
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.
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
- Wickiup Dam To Pringle Falls Campground
- Springs Sec 30, T21s, R8e To Wickiup Reservoir
- Pringle Falls To Big River Campground
- Roseland Park To Deschutes River
- Little Lava Lake To Crane Prairie Reservoir
- Source To Confluence With Deschutes River
Nearby fishing
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 Wickiup Butte as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Wickiup Butte
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 Wickiup Butte.