North Twin Boating Site boat launch
North Twin Boating Site
The North Twin Boating Site provides access to North Twin Lake, a popular fishing and recreational lake located in the Cascade Range. The lake covers an area of approximately 149 acres and has a maximum depth of 60 feet. The lake is stocked with rainbow trout and also contains populations of brown trout, kokanee salmon, and other warmwater species.
All types of watercraft are permitted on North Twin Lake, including motorized boats, canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards. However, it is important to note that there are restrictions on the use of motorized boats on the lake. Boats with motors greater than 10 horsepower are prohibited, and there are specific restrictions on the use of personal watercraft (PWC).
The latest information available on the North Twin Boating Site suggests that it is a well-maintained and popular boat ramp that provides easy access to a beautiful recreational lake in Oregon's Cascade Range. Boaters should be sure to review the regulations and restrictions for the lake before launching their craft to ensure compliance and a safe and enjoyable experience.
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.
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
- Springs Sec 30, T21s, R8e To Wickiup Reservoir
- Little Lava Lake To Crane Prairie Reservoir
- Wickiup Dam To Pringle Falls Campground
- Pringle Falls To Big River Campground
- Roseland Park To Deschutes River
- Source To Confluence With Deschutes River
Nearby fishing
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 North Twin Boating Site as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About North Twin Boating Site
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 North Twin Boating Site.