Bountiful Lake boat launch
Bountiful Lake
The boat ramp is approximately 20 feet wide and can accommodate a variety of watercraft, including motorboats, canoes, kayaks, and sailboats. However, there are restrictions on the size and speed of motorized boats allowed on the lake.
According to the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, only boats with a maximum engine size of 10 horsepower are permitted on Bountiful Lake. Additionally, the speed limit on the lake is 5 miles per hour, making it an ideal destination for fishing, paddling, and other low-impact recreational activities.
In terms of amenities, the Bountiful Lake boat ramp features a small parking lot, restrooms, and picnic tables for visitors to enjoy. It is open year-round, although access may be limited during winter months due to snow and ice conditions.
Overall, Bountiful Lake boat ramp offers a convenient and accessible entry point for outdoor enthusiasts to explore the scenic waters of this picturesque Utah reservoir.
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 Bountiful Lake -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Farmington Cr Abv Div Nr Farmington | 2 cfs | → |
| Red Butte Creek At Fort Douglas | 1 cfs | → |
| Goggin Drain Near Magna Utah | 2 cfs | → |
| Jordan River @ 1700 South @ Salt Lake City | 168 cfs | → |
| Surplus Canal @ Salt Lake City | 174 cfs | → |
| Weber River At I-84 At Uintah | 107 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
- Source To Red Butte Reservoir
- Mouth Of Weber Canyon To Riverdale
- Morgan Waterfall
- Scrambled Eggs Bend
- Peterson To Eggs
- Riverdale Wave
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 Bountiful Lake as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Bountiful Lake
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 Bountiful Lake.