Woods Ferry Road, Gallatin boat launch
Woods Ferry Road, Gallatin
According to the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, the Woods Ferry Road boat ramp is a double concrete ramp that is 20 feet wide with a paved parking area that can accommodate up to 80 vehicles with trailers. Additionally, there is a courtesy dock available for boaters to tie up their vessels while preparing to launch or retrieve them from the water.
Old Hickory Lake offers a wide range of recreational opportunities for boaters, including fishing, water skiing, and pleasure boating. A variety of watercraft are permitted on the lake, including motorized boats, sailboats, kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards. There are also several marinas located on the lake where boaters can refuel and purchase supplies.
In summary, the Woods Ferry Road boat ramp in Gallatin, Tennessee, is a double concrete ramp that is 20 feet wide with a paved parking area that can accommodate up to 80 vehicles with trailers. It is located on Old Hickory Lake, which services a variety of watercraft for recreational activities.
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 Woods Ferry Road, Gallatin -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Dry Creek Near Edenwold | 1 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek At Thompson Lane | 13 cfs | → |
| Cumberland River At Woodland St At Nashville | 7,180 cfs | → |
| Cumberland River At Nashville | 4,990 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek Near Antioch | 78 cfs | → |
| Whites Creek Near Bordeaux | 4 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 Woods Ferry Road, Gallatin as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Woods Ferry Road, Gallatin
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 Woods Ferry Road, Gallatin.