Henslin Drive Southeast 5725, Olympia boat launch
Henslin Drive Southeast 5725, Olympia
Black Lake is a popular recreational lake that offers a variety of water activities, such as fishing, boating, kayaking, and swimming. The lake is approximately 500 acres in size and has a maximum depth of 60 feet. It is home to a variety of fish species, including rainbow trout, largemouth bass, and yellow perch.
As for the kind of craft permitted on the water, the latest information indicates that motorized boats are allowed on Black Lake, as long as they comply with boating regulations, such as having a valid registration, safety equipment, and following speed limits. Non-motorized boats, such as kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards, are also permitted on the lake.
Overall, the Henslin Drive Southeast 5725 boat ramp provides easy access to Black Lake for boaters and offers a variety of recreational opportunities for visitors.
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 Henslin Drive Southeast 5725, Olympia -- 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 | → |
| Nisqually River At Mckenna | 1,070 cfs | → |
| Deschutes River Near Rainier | 96 cfs | → |
| Skookumchuck River Bl Bldy Run Cr Nr Centralia | 127 cfs | → |
| Centralia Power Canal Near Mckenna | 17 cfs | → |
| Clover Creek Near Tillicum | 41 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 Henslin Drive Southeast 5725, Olympia as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Henslin Drive Southeast 5725, Olympia
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 Henslin Drive Southeast 5725, Olympia.