Log Gulch Boat Ramp boat launch
Log Gulch Boat Ramp
The Log Gulch Boat Ramp is located on the shore of Canyon Ferry Lake, which is a reservoir in Lewis and Clark County, Montana. Canyon Ferry Lake is a popular destination for boaters, anglers, and other recreational enthusiasts, and it spans approximately 26,000 acres with more than 90 miles of shoreline.
According to the Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks website, all types of watercraft are permitted on Canyon Ferry Lake, including motorboats, sailboats, kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards. However, there are specific regulations and guidelines that apply to each type of watercraft, and it is important for visitors to review these regulations before launching their boats.
As for the width of the Log Gulch Boat Ramp, there is no specific information available that confirms its exact width. However, based on photos and videos of the ramp, it appears to be wide enough to accommodate a range of watercraft sizes and types.
In summary, the Log Gulch Boat Ramp is a concrete boat ramp located on the shore of Canyon Ferry Lake in Montana. It is open year-round, in good condition, and permits all types of watercraft. While there is no specific information available regarding the width of the ramp, it appears to be wide enough to accommodate a range of watercraft sizes and types.
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 Log Gulch Boat Ramp -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri River Bl Holter Dam Nr Wolf Cr Mt | 3,330 cfs | → |
| Little Prickly Pear Cr At Wolf Cr Mt | 90 cfs | → |
| Missouri River Bl Hauser Lake Nr Helena Mt | 3,330 cfs | → |
| Dearborn River Near Craig Mt | 239 cfs | → |
| Missouri River At Cascade Mt | 3,670 cfs | → |
| Tenmile Creek Near Helena Mt | 36 cfs | → |
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
- Missouri River
- Hauser Dam, Sec. 29, T12n, R2w To Cochran Gulch, Sec. 18, T12n, R2w
- Town Of Nelson, Sec. 12, T12n, R2w To Missouri River, Sec. 19, T12n, R2w
- Snowbank Lake, Sec. 4, T15n, R8w To Landers Fork Blackfoot River, Sec. 36, T15n, R8w
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 Log Gulch 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 Log Gulch 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 Log Gulch Boat Ramp.