Portage Lakes State Park - 2 Na boat launch
Portage Lakes State Park - 2 Na
The ramp is approximately 30 feet wide, providing ample room for multiple boats to launch and retrieve at the same time. The ramp also features a floating dock that extends out into the water, making it easier for boaters to load and unload their vessels.
The boat ramp at Portage Lakes State Park services several bodies of water, including the Upper and Lower Portage Lakes, as well as Turkeyfoot Lake and Long Lake. These lakes offer a variety of recreational opportunities, including fishing, swimming, and boating.
As far as the types of watercraft permitted on the water, Portage Lakes State Park allows boats with motors of any size, as well as sailboats, canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards. However, there are certain restrictions on the use of personal watercraft, such as jet skis, which are prohibited in certain areas of the lakes.
Overall, the boat ramp at Portage Lakes State Park is a well-maintained and modern facility that is easily accessible to boaters of all types. With its wide ramp, floating dock, and convenient location, it is one of the most popular boat ramps in the area.
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 Portage Lakes State Park - 2 Na -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tuscarawas River Above Barberton Oh | 27 cfs | → |
| Middle Branch Nimishillen Creek At Canton Oh | 32 cfs | → |
| Tuscarawas River At Massillon Oh | 310 cfs | → |
| W Br Nimishillen Crk At Tuscarawas St At Canton Oh | 17 cfs | → |
| Cuyahoga River At Old Portage Oh | 442 cfs | → |
| E Branch Nimishillen Crk At Trump Ave Nr Canton 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.
River runs
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 Portage Lakes State Park - 2 Na as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Portage Lakes State Park - 2 Na
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 Portage Lakes State Park - 2 Na.