Murphy Lane Park County boat launch
Murphy Lane Park County
The Murphy Lane Park County boat ramp is suitable for small to medium-sized watercraft. It can accommodate motorized boats, canoes, and kayaks. However, there are restrictions on the use of motorized boats on the Yellowstone River. Boats must not exceed a maximum speed of 35 miles per hour, and they must be equipped with appropriate safety gear, such as life jackets and fire extinguishers.
Overall, the Murphy Lane Park County boat ramp provides a convenient access point to the Yellowstone River for boaters and other water enthusiasts. Its concrete construction and relatively wide width make it an ideal choice for launching and retrieving small to medium-sized watercraft.
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 Murphy Lane Park County -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Yellowstone River Near Livingston Mt | 8,770 cfs | → |
| Yellowstone River At Corwin Springs Mt | 7,450 cfs | → |
| Hyalite C At Hyalite R S Nr Bozeman Mt | 42 cfs | → |
| Gardner River Near Mammoth Ynp | 457 cfs | → |
| Boiling River At Mammoth | 25 cfs | → |
| Gallatin River Near Gallatin Gateway Mt | 1,820 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
- Gallatin Forest Boundary, Sec. 32, T7s, R7e To Yellowstone National Park, Sec. 23, T9s, R8e
- Yankee Jim Canyon (Joe Brown To Miner)
- Moose To Storm Castle
- Gardiner Town Run
- Bramble Creek, Sec. 26, T5s, R12e To Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness, Sec. 22, T7s, R12e
- Bible Run
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 Murphy Lane Park County as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Murphy Lane Park County
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 Murphy Lane Park County.