A.W. Marion State Park - Boat Ramp boat launch
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A.W. Marion State Park - Boat Ramp
The A.W. Marion State Park - Boat Ramp is a single-lane ramp that is 12 feet wide. It is suitable for small boats, canoes, and kayaks. The watercraft permitted on the Hocking River include motorized boats, canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards.
The Hocking River is a popular destination for fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. It runs for approximately 102 miles and is known for its scenic beauty and diverse wildlife. The river is home to a variety of fish species, including smallmouth bass, rock bass, and channel catfish.
In summary, the A.W. Marion State Park - Boat Ramp is a single-lane concrete boat ramp that provides access to the Hocking River in Ohio. It is 12 feet wide and suitable for small boats, canoes, and kayaks. The Hocking River allows for motorized boats, canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards.
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 A.W. Marion State Park - Boat Ramp -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Scioto River At Circleville Oh | 1,410 cfs | → |
| Walnut Creek At Ashville Oh | 93 cfs | → |
| Scioto River Near Commercial Point Oh | 1,030 cfs | → |
| Big Darby Creek At Darbyville Oh | 295 cfs | → |
| Big Walnut Creek At Rees Oh | 172 cfs | → |
| Clear Creek Near Rockbridge Oh | 51 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 A.W. Marion State Park - Boat Ramp as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About A.W. Marion State Park - Boat Ramp
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.
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