County Road 19 Medina boat launch
County Road 19 Medina
The boat ramp is reportedly a concrete ramp with a width of 16 feet and a length of 42 feet. It also has a dock for loading and unloading boats. The parking lot at the boat ramp can accommodate up to 50 vehicles with trailers.
According to the Minnesota DNR, Lake Independence allows for motorized and non-motorized boats, including canoes, kayaks, pontoons, and powerboats. However, there are certain restrictions on the lake depending on the time of year and type of activity. For example, the lake has a slow-no-wake zone in effect from May 1 to the Friday before Memorial Day weekend, and from the Monday after Labor Day until October 31. Additionally, there are restrictions on the use of personal watercraft (PWCs) on the lake.
Overall, the County Road 19 Medina boat ramp in Minnesota appears to be a well-maintained and popular public access point for boaters looking to enjoy Lake Independence.
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 County Road 19 Medina -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Crow River At Rockford | 1,090 cfs | → |
| Elm Creek Nr Champlin | 19 cfs | → |
| Shingle Creek At Queen Ave In Minneapolis | 9 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River At Anoka | 6,260 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River Near Anoka | 7,090 cfs | → |
| Elk River Near Big Lake | 234 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
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 County Road 19 Medina as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About County Road 19 Medina
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 County Road 19 Medina.