Marblemount Boat Launch boat launch
Marblemount Boat Launch
The Skagit River is known for its salmon and steelhead fishing, and the Marblemount Boat Launch is a popular spot for both recreational and commercial fishing. The ramp is suitable for launching small to medium-sized boats, including canoes, kayaks, drift boats, and powerboats.
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife maintains the Marblemount Boat Launch, ensuring that it is safe and accessible for all users. Users must obtain a Washington State Discover Pass to park in the launch area.
In summary, the Marblemount Boat Launch is a concrete boat ramp that services the Skagit River in Washington. It is approximately 20 feet wide and is suitable for launching small to medium-sized boats, including canoes, kayaks, drift boats, and powerboats.
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 Marblemount Boat Launch -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Skagit River At Marblemount | 5,240 cfs | → |
| Cascade River At Marblemount | 1,050 cfs | → |
| Bacon Creek Below Oakes Creek Near Marblemount | 476 cfs | → |
| Sauk River Near Sauk | 3,960 cfs | → |
| Newhalem Creek Near Newhalem | 30 cfs | → |
| Skagit River At Newhalem | 3,950 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
- South Section Line Of Sec 24, T36n, R10e To Confluence With Skagit River
- Headwaters In Se1/4 Of Sec 36, T37n, R9e To South Section Line Of Sec 24, T36n, R10e
- Glacier Peak Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With Skagit River
- Headwaters In Nw1/4 Of Sec 32, T34n, R12n To Glacier Peak Wilderness Boundary
- Headwaters To Ends Upstream Of The Diversion Dam (Rm 1)
- Begins Upstream Of The Diversion Dam (Rm 1) To Confluence With Skagit River
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 Marblemount Boat Launch as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Marblemount Boat Launch
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 Marblemount Boat Launch.