Luce Reservoir Boat Launch boat launch
Luce Reservoir Boat Launch
The Luce Reservoir is a popular destination for boating, fishing, and other water sports, and offers a variety of fish species, including rainbow trout, brown trout, and brook trout. The reservoir spans over 1,400 acres and is approximately 25 feet deep at its deepest point.
According to the latest information available, the Luce Reservoir Boat Launch is open year-round and is free to use. All types of watercraft are permitted on the water, including motorized boats, canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards. Boaters are required to comply with all Montana state boating regulations, including the use of personal flotation devices and the proper disposal of waste. Additionally, there may be specific rules and regulations in place for the Luce Reservoir, such as restrictions on the use of specific types of fishing gear or limits on the number and size of fish that can be caught.
Overall, the Luce Reservoir Boat Launch is a convenient and accessible ramp for boaters looking to explore the Luce Reservoir and take advantage of the recreational opportunities it offers.
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 Luce Reservoir Boat Launch -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Clarks Fork Yellowstone River Nr Belfry Mt | 1,950 cfs | → |
| Shoshone River Below Buffalo Bill Reservoir | 315 cfs | → |
| Rock Creek Near Red Lodge Mt | 225 cfs | → |
| North Fork Shoshone River At Wapiti | 1,530 cfs | → |
| South Fork Shoshone River Ab Buffalo Bill Res | 370 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest paddle runs, fishing spots, and other boat launches so you can extend a day on the water.
Nearby fishing
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 Luce Reservoir 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 Luce Reservoir 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 Luce Reservoir Boat Launch.