Barclay Slide boat launch
Barclay Slide
The Barclay Slide boat ramp is a concrete ramp that is approximately 30 feet wide, which provides ample space for boats and trailers to launch and retrieve. It is also equipped with a dock, which makes it easier for boaters to board and disembark from their vessels. Additionally, the boat ramp has a parking area that can accommodate up to 15 vehicles with trailers.
As for the types of watercraft allowed on the Alsea River, the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife states that motorized boats and non-motorized boats are both permitted. This includes canoes, kayaks, rafts, and other types of small watercraft. However, there are certain regulations that boaters must follow, such as wearing life jackets and obeying speed limits.
In conclusion, the Barclay Slide boat ramp in Oregon is a concrete ramp that is approximately 30 feet wide and provides access to the Alsea River. It is open to the public year-round and can accommodate both motorized and non-motorized watercraft. Boaters are expected to follow certain regulations to ensure safe and enjoyable experiences on the water.
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 Barclay Slide -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Alsea River Near Tidewater | 272 cfs | → |
| East Fork Lobster Creek Near Alsea | 3 cfs | → |
| Siletz River At Siletz | 233 cfs | → |
| Siuslaw River Near Mapleton | 358 cfs | → |
| Marys River Near Philomath | 77 cfs | → |
| Long Tom River At Monroe | 85 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 Barclay Slide as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Barclay Slide
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 Barclay Slide.