Weigand Marina boat launch
Weigand Marina
The Weigand Marina boat ramp is reportedly wide enough to accommodate most types of watercraft, including motorboats, sailboats, and fishing boats. On the water, visitors can fish, sail, water ski, swim, or simply enjoy the scenic beauty of the lake and its surroundings.
According to the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, Lewis and Clark Lake is a popular destination for boaters and anglers, with more than 29,000 acres of water and 90 miles of shoreline. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including walleye, northern pike, bass, and catfish.
In summary, Weigand Marina is a public boat ramp in Nebraska that provides access to Lewis and Clark Lake. The ramp is wide enough to accommodate most types of watercraft, and visitors can engage in a variety of activities on the water, including fishing, sailing, and water skiing.
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 Weigand Marina -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| James River Nr Yankton Sd | 1,100 cfs | → |
| Bazile Creek Near Niobrara | 62 cfs | → |
| Bazile Creek At Center | 49 cfs | → |
| James R Near Scotland Sd | 1,050 cfs | → |
| Verdigre C Nr Verdigre | 206 cfs | → |
| Ponca Creek At Verdel | 9 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 Weigand Marina as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Weigand Marina
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 Weigand Marina.