6th Avenue Southeast Thurston County boat launch
6th Avenue Southeast Thurston County
The boat ramp is 30 feet wide and has two lanes, which can accommodate small to medium-sized boats. The ramp is also ADA-accessible, ensuring that it can be used by individuals with disabilities.
The 6th Avenue Southeast boat ramp services Black Lake, which is a popular recreational lake in Thurston County. Black Lake covers an area of 560 acres and has a maximum depth of 47 feet. It is a popular destination for fishing, boating, and swimming.
The type of watercraft allowed on Black Lake includes motorized boats, canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards. However, there are restrictions on the speed of motorized boats, and water-skiers are not allowed on the lake.
In summary, the 6th Avenue Southeast Thurston County boat ramp is a public facility that services Black Lake in Washington. It is 30 feet wide, has two lanes, and can accommodate small to medium-sized boats. Motorized boats, canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards are permitted on the lake, but water-skiers are not allowed.
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 6th Avenue Southeast Thurston County -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Deschutes River At E St Bridge At Tumwater | 244 cfs | → |
| Clover Creek Near Tillicum | 41 cfs | → |
| Nisqually River At Mckenna | 1,070 cfs | → |
| Flett Creek At Tacoma | 16 cfs | → |
| Chambers Creek Bl Leach Creek Near Steilacoom | 182 cfs | → |
| North Fork Clover Creek Near Parkland | 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.
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 6th Avenue Southeast Thurston County as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About 6th Avenue Southeast Thurston 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 6th Avenue Southeast Thurston County.