Herberts Pond Hand Launch boat launch
Herberts Pond Hand Launch
The Herberts Pond Hand Launch is a relatively narrow ramp, with a width of approximately 12 feet. It is designed primarily for small watercraft, such as canoes, kayaks, and small fishing boats. The ramp is also suitable for hand-launching watercraft that can be carried from the parking lot to the water's edge.
The body of water that the Herberts Pond Hand Launch services is, as the name suggests, Herberts Pond. This is a small, man-made pond that is approximately 7 acres in size. The pond is stocked with a variety of fish species, including rainbow trout, largemouth bass, and bluegill.
In terms of regulations, the Herberts Pond Hand Launch is subject to all of the standard rules and regulations governing boating in Oregon. This includes requirements for life jackets, safety equipment, and registration of motorized watercraft. Additionally, the pond has specific regulations regarding fishing, such as catch limits and restrictions on bait and tackle.
Overall, the Herberts Pond Hand Launch is a small but well-maintained boat ramp that provides access to a peaceful and scenic body of water in southern Oregon. It is an ideal location for anglers, paddlers, and other boaters who are looking for a quiet and relaxing experience 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 Herberts Pond Hand Launch -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cow Creek Near Azalea | 21 cfs | → |
| Cow Creek Near Riddle | 79 cfs | → |
| Cow Creek Abv Galesville Res | 8 cfs | → |
| South Umpqua River Near Brockway | 319 cfs | → |
| South Umpqua River At Tiller | 162 cfs | → |
| Elk Creek Nr Drew | 5 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 Herberts Pond Hand Launch as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Herberts Pond Hand 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 Herberts Pond Hand Launch.