Hoover Reservoir - Boat Stake Area B boat launch
Hoover Reservoir - Boat Stake Area B
The Boat Stake Area B boat ramp is a concrete ramp with a gravel parking lot that can accommodate up to 50 vehicles and trailers. The ramp is wide enough to accommodate most types of boats, including large boats up to 24 feet in length.
As per the latest information, the Hoover Reservoir - Boat Stake Area B boat ramp is open year-round, weather permitting. The body of water it services is the Hoover Reservoir, which is a 2,870-acre lake that is used for boating, fishing, and other recreational activities.
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources manages the Hoover Reservoir, and the following types of watercraft are permitted on the water: motorized boats, sailboats, kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards. All boats must be registered and have a valid Ohio registration sticker. Additionally, all boats must adhere to the state's boating laws and regulations, including safety guidelines and speed limits.
In conclusion, the Hoover Reservoir - Boat Stake Area B is a well-maintained boat ramp that provides easy access to the Hoover Reservoir in Ohio. It is suitable for a wide range of boats, and the lake allows for a variety of water-based activities.
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 Hoover Reservoir - Boat Stake Area B -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Big Walnut Creek At Central College Oh | 163 cfs | → |
| Alum Creek At Africa Oh | 11 cfs | → |
| Olentangy River Near Worthington Oh | 89 cfs | → |
| Big Walnut Creek At Sunbury Oh | 23 cfs | → |
| Olentangy River At J H Herrick Dr At Columbus Oh | 126 cfs | → |
| Scioto River Below O Shaughnessy Dam Nr Dublin Oh | 631 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 Hoover Reservoir - Boat Stake Area B as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Hoover Reservoir - Boat Stake Area B
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 Hoover Reservoir - Boat Stake Area B.