Stone Pond Boat Launch boat launch
Stone Pond Boat Launch
The Stone Pond boat launch is a single-lane ramp that is approximately 10 feet wide. The ramp has a moderate slope and is suitable for launching small boats, canoes, kayaks, and other watercraft. The boat launch also has a small parking area that can accommodate up to 10 vehicles.
According to the latest information available, Stone Pond boat launch is open to the public year-round and is free to use. However, visitors are advised to check the latest updates on the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department website before planning a trip to the area.
In terms of the types of watercraft permitted on Stone Pond, motorized boats are allowed, but there are restrictions on the size of the engine. Boats with motors larger than 10 horsepower are not permitted on the pond. Additionally, there are restrictions on the use of personal watercraft, such as jet skis, which are not allowed on the pond.
Overall, Stone Pond boat launch provides easy access to a small, quiet lake that is ideal for fishing, paddling, and boating. The boat launch is well-maintained and offers a convenient location for visitors to launch their watercraft and enjoy the beautiful scenery of rural New Hampshire.
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 Stone Pond Boat Launch -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| S Br Ashuelot River At Webb | 25 cfs | → |
| Otter Brook Below Otter Brook Dam | 12 cfs | → |
| Ashuelot River Above The Branch | 21 cfs | → |
| Nubanusit Bk Blw Macdowell Dam Nr Peterborough Nh | 31 cfs | → |
| Ashuelot River At West Swanzey | 1,420 cfs | → |
| Contoocook River At Peterborough | 268 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 Stone Pond 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 Stone Pond 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 Stone Pond Boat Launch.