Lake Nokomis Boat Launch boat launch
Lake Nokomis Boat Launch
The lake is primarily used for boating, fishing, swimming, and other water-related activities. The boat ramp is suitable for small to medium-sized boats, including canoes, kayaks, motorboats, and sailboats. However, there are restrictions on the size and type of boats that can be launched from the ramp.
According to the latest information available, motorboats are limited to a maximum length of 18 feet and a maximum horsepower of 25. Sailboats are allowed on the lake, but they must be launched from a separate designated area. Additionally, all boats must comply with Minnesota's boating regulations, including having proper safety equipment and displaying valid registration.
Overall, the Lake Nokomis Boat Launch provides a convenient and accessible location for boaters to launch and retrieve their watercraft. It is a well-maintained facility that offers ample parking, restrooms, and other amenities to enhance the boating experience.
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 Lake Nokomis Boat Launch -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota River At Fort Snelling State Park | 6,620 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River At St. Paul | 14,100 cfs | → |
| Shingle Creek At Queen Ave In Minneapolis | 16 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River Near Anoka | 7,750 cfs | → |
| Vermillion River Near Empire | 39 cfs | → |
| Elm Creek Nr Champlin | 17 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 Lake Nokomis Boat Launch as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Lake Nokomis Boat Launch
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 Lake Nokomis Boat Launch.