Eagle Lake boat launch
Eagle Lake
According to the latest information available, the Eagle Lake boat ramp is located in the state of Minnesota near the city of Orr. It is a concrete boat ramp that is 10 feet wide and 40 feet long, providing ample space for launching and retrieving boats. The ramp is situated on the northeastern shore of Eagle Lake, which is a 5,518-acre lake in St. Louis County.
Eagle Lake is known for its abundant fish population, including walleye, northern pike, and smallmouth bass. The lake also offers opportunities for boating, water skiing, and other water-based recreational activities. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources manages the lake and enforces regulations related to boating and fishing.
As for the kind of craft permitted on the water, Eagle Lake allows boats, canoes, kayaks, and other non-motorized watercraft. However, there are restrictions on the size of motorized boats that can be operated on the lake. Boats with motors greater than 25 horsepower must be operated at no-wake speeds on the lake.
In summary, the Eagle Lake boat ramp in Minnesota is a concrete ramp that is 10 feet wide and 40 feet long, located on the northeastern shore of Eagle Lake. It services boats, canoes, kayaks, and other non-motorized watercraft, as well as motorized boats with motors less than or equal to 25 horsepower. The lake is known for its abundant fish population and offers opportunities for boating and other water-based recreational activities.
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 Eagle Lake -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Prairie River Near Taconite | 254 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River At Grand Rapids | 545 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
- Dora Lake To State Highway 6
- The Confluence Of The Prairie River To The Boundary Of Logan And Workman Townships
- Lake Winnigigoshish To Blackwater Lake
🎣 Nearby fishing
More fishing →⚓ Other boat launches
More boat launches →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 Eagle Lake as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Eagle Lake
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 Eagle Lake .