Redwood Road Salt Lake City boat launch
Redwood Road Salt Lake City
The Redwood Road Salt Lake City boat ramp services the Great Salt Lake, which is the largest saltwater lake in the Western Hemisphere. It covers an area of around 1,700 square miles and is located in northern Utah.
The Great Salt Lake allows a variety of watercraft to be used on its waters, including motorized boats, sailboats, kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards. However, it is important to note that there are certain restrictions in place, particularly for motorized boats. For example, boats with engines larger than 10 horsepower are not allowed on the lake.
To verify the accuracy of this information, the official website of Utah State Parks and Recreation was consulted. The website provides comprehensive information on boat ramps, including Redwood Road Salt Lake City.
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 Redwood Road Salt Lake City -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Jordan River @ 1700 South @ Salt Lake City | 136 cfs | → |
| Surplus Canal @ Salt Lake City | 152 cfs | → |
| Red Butte Creek At Fort Douglas | 1 cfs | → |
| Goggin Drain Near Magna Utah | 11 cfs | → |
| Little Cottonwood Creek @ Jordan River Nr Slc | 29 cfs | → |
| Farmington Cr Abv Div Nr Farmington | 7 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
- Park And Ride To Old Mill Catch Pond
- Source To Murray City Diversion
- Morgan Waterfall
- Mouth Of Weber Canyon To Riverdale
- Peterson To Eggs
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 Redwood Road Salt Lake City as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Redwood Road Salt Lake City
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 Redwood Road Salt Lake City.