Clay Boswell Boat Launch Area boat launch
Clay Boswell Boat Launch Area
The Clay Boswell Boat Launch Area features a concrete boat ramp that is 18 feet wide, which provides ample space for launching different types of boats. It also has a dock for loading and unloading, and a parking lot for vehicles and boat trailers. Additionally, the boat launch area has restrooms and picnic tables for visitors.
The boat ramp services the body of water known as Lake Winnibigoshish, which is one of the largest natural lakes in Minnesota. The lake covers an area of more than 67,000 acres, and has a maximum depth of 70 feet. It is a popular destination for fishing and boating, with a variety of fish species including walleye, northern pike, muskie, and bass.
As for the type of crafts permitted on Lake Winnibigoshish, it is open to motorized and non-motorized boats, including canoes, kayaks, sailboats, and powerboats. However, there are specific regulations and guidelines that boaters must follow to ensure the safety and protection of the lake and its inhabitants.
In summary, the Clay Boswell Boat Launch Area is a well-maintained public boat ramp that provides easy access to Lake Winnibigoshish for a variety of different types of watercraft. Its wide concrete ramp, dock, and parking lot make it a convenient and popular spot for fishing and boating enthusiasts in the state of Minnesota.
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 Clay Boswell Boat Launch Area -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi River At Grand Rapids | 259 cfs | → |
| Prairie River Near Taconite | 154 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 Clay Boswell Boat Launch Area as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Clay Boswell Boat Launch Area
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 Clay Boswell Boat Launch Area.