Butte County boat launch
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Butte County
The Butte County boat ramp provides access to the Lake Oroville, which is a large reservoir created by the Oroville Dam. The lake covers an area of approximately 15,810 acres with a shoreline of 167 miles, making it one of the largest lakes in California.
The Lake Oroville is a popular destination for recreational boating, fishing, and water sports. It is home to a variety of fish species, including bass, catfish, and trout. The lake's clear waters make it an ideal spot for swimming, tubing, and wakeboarding.
The Butte County boat ramp is maintained by the California Department of Water Resources and is open year-round, weather permitting. Visitors are advised to check the latest information on water levels and conditions before heading out on the lake.
In summary, the Butte County boat ramp is a concrete ramp located in a recreational area near the Oroville Dam in California. It is 60 feet long and 16 feet wide and provides access to the Lake Oroville, which is a popular destination for recreational boating, fishing, and water sports. The ramp can accommodate a variety of watercraft, and visitors are advised to check the latest information on water levels and conditions before heading out.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around Butte County -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Butte C Nr Chico Ca | 187 cfs | → |
| Deer C Nr Smartville Ca | 3 cfs | → |
| Yuba R Nr Marysville Ca | 533 cfs | → |
| N Yuba R Bl Goodyears Bar Ca | 227 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
- Highway 70 Crossing To Lake Oroville
- Nelsons Crossing To Confluence With Middle Fork Feather Wsr
- Bear Gulch To Confluence With Middle Fork Feather Wsr
- Forest Road 94 To Confluence With Middle Fork Feather Wsr
- Headwaters To Bear Gulch
- Poe Dam To Highway 70 Crossing
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 Butte County as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Butte County
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 Butte County.