Boulder Harbor Launch Ramp boat launch
Boulder Harbor Launch Ramp
This boat ramp is primarily used for launching and retrieving small to medium-sized boats, including fishing boats, ski boats, and pontoon boats. However, larger craft such as houseboats and cruisers may also be launched from this ramp with the use of specialized equipment.
According to the National Park Service, which manages the area, the launch ramp is open year-round, except when water levels are too low. Visitors are advised to check the latest water level and launch ramp status before arriving.
In summary, the Boulder Harbor Launch Ramp is a well-maintained concrete ramp with two lanes and a width of 24 feet. It provides access to Lake Mead, which is suitable for a variety of watercraft ranging from small fishing boats to larger cruisers and houseboats.
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 Boulder Harbor Launch Ramp -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Lv Wash Blw Lake Las Vegas Nr Boulder City Nv | 363 cfs | → |
| Las Vegas Wash Overflow At Lake Las Vegas Inlet | · | → |
| Lv Wash Ab Three Kids Wash Blw Henderson | 331 cfs | → |
| Las Vegas Wash At Pabco Rd Nr Henderson | 348 cfs | → |
| Duck Ck At Broadbent Blvd At East Las Vegas | 9 cfs | → |
| Las Vegas Wash At Vegas Valley Dr Nr Las Vegas | 45 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 Boulder Harbor Launch Ramp as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Boulder Harbor Launch Ramp
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 Boulder Harbor Launch Ramp.