Alum Creek State Park - New Galena boat launch
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Alum Creek State Park - New Galena
According to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, the Alum Creek State Park - New Galena boat ramp is 16 feet wide and has a maximum depth of 10 feet. The ramp is capable of accommodating boats up to 25 feet in length and is open year-round, weather permitting.
Alum Creek Lake is a 3,387-acre reservoir that provides opportunities for fishing, boating, swimming, and wildlife viewing. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including bass, crappie, bluegill, and catfish, and is regularly stocked by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources.
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources maintains a list of regulations for boating on Alum Creek Lake, including speed limits, wake restrictions, and rules for operating personal watercraft. All boats must be registered and display valid registration stickers. Additionally, the use of alcohol and drugs while operating a boat is strictly prohibited.
Based on the latest information available, the Alum Creek State Park - New Galena boat ramp continues to be a popular access point for boaters and fishermen in central Ohio.
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 Alum Creek State Park - New Galena -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Alum Creek At Africa Oh | 14 cfs | → |
| Big Walnut Creek At Sunbury Oh | 6 cfs | → |
| Big Walnut Creek At Central College Oh | 195 cfs | → |
| Olentangy River Near Worthington Oh | 80 cfs | → |
| Scioto River Below O Shaughnessy Dam Nr Dublin Oh | 211 cfs | → |
| Alum Creek Near Kilbourne Oh | 8 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 Alum Creek State Park - New Galena as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Alum Creek State Park - New Galena
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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