Sauvie Island Boat Ramp boat launch
Sauvie Island Boat Ramp
The Sauvie Island Boat Ramp is a double-lane concrete ramp that is wide enough to accommodate larger boats. The ramp is approximately 60 feet wide, providing ample space for boats to launch and retrieve. In addition, there is a large parking area adjacent to the ramp that can accommodate vehicles with boat trailers.
According to the Oregon State Marine Board, the Sauvie Island Boat Ramp is suitable for a variety of watercraft, including motorboats, sailboats, kayaks, and canoes. However, the Multnomah Channel has restrictions on wake speeds, so water skiers and wakeboarders are not permitted. Additionally, the Multnomah Channel is a popular spot for fishing, so anglers can launch their boats from this ramp to access the channel's abundant fish populations.
Overall, the Sauvie Island Boat Ramp is a well-maintained launch site that provides easy access to the Multnomah Channel, with ample parking and space for a variety of watercraft.
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 Sauvie Island Boat Ramp -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia Slough At Portland | 586 cfs | → |
| Burnt Bridge Creek Near Mouth At Vancouver | 37 cfs | → |
| East Fork Dairy Creek Near Meacham Corner | 21 cfs | → |
| Willamette River At Portland | 5,250 cfs | → |
| Fanno Creek At 56th Ave | 0 cfs | → |
| Johnson Creek At Milwaukie | 23 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 Sauvie Island Boat Ramp as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Sauvie Island Boat Ramp
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 Sauvie Island Boat Ramp.