Lake Harriet Boat Launch boat launch
Lake Harriet Boat Launch
The Lake Harriet Boat Launch is approximately 18 feet wide and can accommodate various types of watercraft, including motorboats, kayaks, canoes, and sailboats. The boat ramp is strategically located near a parking lot with ample space for cars and trailers, making it convenient for boaters to launch and park their vessels.
According to the latest information available, Lake Harriet Boat Launch provides access to Lake Harriet and connects with other nearby lakes, including Lake Calhoun and Lake of the Isles, via a chain of waterways. The lake is suitable for various types of water activities, including fishing, boating, and swimming.
In terms of regulations, motorboats are allowed on Lake Harriet, but they must adhere to specific speed limits. Additionally, the use of personal watercraft (PWC), such as jet skis and wave runners, is prohibited on the lake.
In conclusion, the Lake Harriet Boat Launch is a concrete boat ramp located in Minnesota that provides access to Lake Harriet. The boat ramp is approximately 18 feet wide and can accommodate various types of watercraft. Motorboats are allowed on the lake, but PWCs are prohibited.
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 Harriet 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 | → |
| Shingle Creek At Queen Ave In Minneapolis | 5 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River At St. Paul | 14,900 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River Near Anoka | 8,560 cfs | → |
| Elm Creek Nr Champlin | 19 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River At Anoka | 7,200 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 Harriet 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 Harriet 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 Harriet Boat Launch.