Waverly Marina boat launch
Waverly Marina
The Waverly Marina boat ramp is primarily used to launch small boats and watercraft such as kayaks, canoes, and small fishing boats. The height of the ramp can vary depending on the water level of the Willamette River. The ramp is also accessible for handicapped individuals.
The Willamette River is a major waterway in Oregon that runs approximately 187 miles from the Cascade Mountains to the Columbia River. It is a popular destination for boating, fishing, and other water-related activities.
According to the Oregon State Marine Board, all motorized boats require a current registration and a boater education card in Oregon. Additionally, boats must comply with safety equipment requirements, including personal flotation devices for each person on board, fire extinguishers, and sound signaling devices.
In summary, the Waverly Marina boat ramp is a single-lane concrete ramp located on the Willamette River in Portland, Oregon. It is approximately 20 feet wide and is primarily used to launch small boats and watercraft such as kayaks, canoes, and small fishing boats. Motorized boats are also permitted on the Willamette River, but they must comply with state registration and safety requirements.
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 Waverly Marina -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Johnson Creek At Milwaukie | 23 cfs | → |
| Tryon Creek Blw Nettle Creek | 2 cfs | → |
| Willamette River At Portland | 5,250 cfs | → |
| Fanno Creek At 56th Ave | 0 cfs | → |
| Fanno Creek At Durham | 15 cfs | → |
| Clackamas River Near Oregon City | 1,200 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 Waverly Marina as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Waverly Marina
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 Waverly Marina.