Windy Point Boat Launch boat launch
Windy Point Boat Launch
The Windy Point Boat Launch is a concrete boat ramp that measures approximately 20 feet in width. It is relatively steep, making it easy for boaters to launch their boats into the water. This boat ramp also has a large parking area that can accommodate many vehicles, making it a popular spot for boaters and fishermen.
The Hebgen Lake is a reservoir located in southwestern Montana and is serviced by the Windy Point Boat Launch. It is a popular destination for boaters and fishermen because of its abundance of fish species like rainbow trout, brown trout, and cutthroat trout.
The Windy Point Boat Launch permits a wide range of watercraft, including motorized boats, kayaks, paddleboards, and canoes. However, it is important to note that boaters are required to follow all local regulations and requirements when using the Windy Point Boat Launch and the Hebgen Lake.
In summary, the Windy Point Boat Launch is a well-maintained concrete boat ramp that is approximately 20 feet in width. It provides access to the Hebgen Lake, which is a popular destination for boaters and fishermen. This boat ramp permits a wide range of watercraft, including motorized boats, kayaks, paddleboards, and canoes.
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 Windy Point Boat Launch -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Madison River At Kirby Ranch Nr Cameron Mt | 842 cfs | → |
| Madison River Bl Hebgen Lake Nr Grayling Mt | 383 cfs | → |
| Madison River Near Cameron Mt | 1,280 cfs | → |
| Red Rock Cr Ab Lakes Nr Lakeview Mt | 69 cfs | → |
| Ruby River Ab Reservoir Nr Alder Mt | 253 cfs | → |
| Henrys Fork Nr Lake Id | 7 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 Windy Point 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 Windy Point 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 Windy Point Boat Launch.