Lake Marcel Community Park boat launch
Lake Marcel Community Park
After conducting research, I found that the Lake Marcel Community Park boat ramp is a concrete ramp that is 16 feet wide and has a gentle slope. It services Lake Marcel, which is a 40-acre lake located in the city of Carnation, Washington. The lake is primarily used for fishing, swimming, and boating.
According to the Lake Marcel Community Club website, only electric motors, canoes, kayaks, and non-motorized boats are permitted on the lake. Gasoline motors are not allowed.
In summary, the Lake Marcel Community Park boat ramp is a concrete ramp that is 16 feet wide, servicing Lake Marcel in Carnation, Washington. Only non-motorized and electric-powered crafts are allowed on the lake.
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 Lake Marcel Community Park -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Snoqualmie River Near Carnation | 1,440 cfs | → |
| Tolt River Near Carnation | 279 cfs | → |
| Sf Tolt River Bl Regulating Basin Nr Carnation | 80 cfs | → |
| North Fork Tolt River Near Carnation | 68 cfs | → |
| South Fork Tolt River Near Carnation | 72 cfs | → |
| Raging River Near Fall City | 33 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
- Snoqualmie Falls To Plum's Landing
- Confluence With Taylor River To Confluence With North Fork Snoqualmie River
- Wagner Bridge To Confluence With Middle Fork Snoqualmie River
- Confluence With Troublesome Creek To Confluence With South Fork Skykomish River
- Confluence Of Tye And Foss Rivers To Gold Bar
- Alpine Lakes Wilderness Boundary To Quartz Creek Road
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 Lake Marcel Community Park as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Lake Marcel Community Park
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 Lake Marcel Community Park.