Husum Boating Site boat launch
Husum Boating Site
According to the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, the White Salmon River is home to a variety of fish species, including steelhead, salmon, and trout. The river's lower section is also open to motorized boats, but there are restrictions on the type of craft permitted on the water. Only boats with electric motors or those that are manually propelled are allowed, and there are specific rules and regulations that must be followed to ensure the safety of all users.
In summary, the Husum Boating Site is a concrete boat ramp located in Klickitat County, Washington, that provides easy access to the White Salmon River. It is approximately 20 feet wide and can accommodate small to medium-sized boats up to 20 feet in length. The river is open to fishing, kayaking, and rafting, and only boats with electric motors or those that are manually propelled are permitted on the water.
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 Husum Boating Site -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| White Salmon River Near Underwood | 901 cfs | → |
| Hood River At Tucker Bridge | 406 cfs | → |
| Mosier Creek Near Mosier | 3 cfs | → |
| Klickitat River Near Pitt | 1,110 cfs | → |
| Columbia River At The Dalles | 187,000 cfs | → |
| Klickitat River Bl Summit Creek Near Glenwood | 1,100 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
- Hemlock Road Bridge To Gifford Pinchot Nf Boundary
- Headwaters In Sw1/4 Of Sec 13, T6n, R7e To Hemlock Road Bridge In Nw1/4 Of Sec 26, T4n, R7e
- Klickitat River
- Confluence Clear And Coe Creeks To Mt. Hood Nf Boundary
- Summit Creek To Mouth Of Little Klickitat
- Mt. Adams Wilderness Boundary To Gifford Pinchot Nf Boundary
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 Husum Boating Site as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Husum Boating Site
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 Husum Boating Site.