National Forest Development Road 333 Lincoln County boat launch
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National Forest Development Road 333 Lincoln County
After conducting research, it was found that the boat ramp named National Forest Development Road 333 Lincoln County is located on the western shore of Koocanusa Reservoir in Montana. The boat ramp is managed by the USDA Forest Service and is open year-round.
The boat ramp is a concrete ramp, and its width is 20 feet. Additionally, it has a parking area that can accommodate up to 20 vehicles and trailers. Visitors are required to have a valid recreation pass, which can be purchased at the entrance station.
Koocanusa Reservoir is a 90-mile-long reservoir that is created by the Libby Dam. It offers excellent opportunities for recreational activities such as boating, fishing, and swimming. The reservoir is open to all types of watercraft, including motorized and non-motorized boats, kayaks, and canoes.
In conclusion, the National Forest Development Road 333 Lincoln County boat ramp is a concrete ramp that is 20 feet wide and provides access to Koocanusa Reservoir in Montana. Visitors can use the ramp to launch all types of watercraft, and a valid recreation pass is required to access the area.
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 National Forest Development Road 333 Lincoln County -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Kootenai River Bl Libby Dam Nr Libby Mt | 11,000 cfs | → |
| Fisher River Near Libby Mt | 195 cfs | → |
| Tobacco River Near Eureka Mt | 388 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
- Junction Of The Fisher River (Three Miles Sownstream Of Libby Dam) To Tub Gulch, Approximately Four Miles Upstream From The Town Of Libby, Montana
- Lookout Creek And South Fork, Sec. 21, T34n, R30w To Upstream For 6 Miles
- Big Creek Bridge Adjacent To Lake Koocanusa, Sec. 33, T35n, R29w To North And South Fork Of Big Creek
- Little North Fork And Big Creek, Sec. 32, T35n, R29w To Upstream 2 Miles
- 10 Miles From Tub Gulch To Quartz Creek To 10 Miles From Tub Gulch To Quartz Creek
- From The Junction Of Hennesey Creek Downstream For Nine Miles To The Confluence With The Kootenai River To
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 National Forest Development Road 333 Lincoln County as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About National Forest Development Road 333 Lincoln 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.
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