Northeast Buck Lake Road Hansville boat launch
Northeast Buck Lake Road Hansville
The boat ramp is described as a gravel surface with a moderate slope and is operated by Kitsap County Parks and Recreation. It is open year-round and has a width of approximately 10 feet, which can accommodate small to medium-sized watercraft.
According to the official Kitsap County website, the Northeast Buck Lake Road Hansville boat ramp is designed for non-motorized boats only, such as kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards. However, small electric motors are allowed. Additionally, the website notes that there are no facilities or services available at the ramp, so boaters are advised to bring their own equipment and supplies.
In conclusion, the Northeast Buck Lake Road Hansville boat ramp is a small, non-motorized boat ramp located in Kitsap County, Washington. It provides access to Buck Lake and can accommodate small to medium-sized watercraft. The ramp is open year-round and is suitable for kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, and small electric motor boats.
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 Northeast Buck Lake Road Hansville -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tulalip Creek Near Tulalip | 10 cfs | → |
| Mission Creek Near Tulalip | 4 cfs | → |
| Tulalip Creek Above East Branch Near Tulalip | 6 cfs | → |
| East Branch Tulalip Creek Nr Mouth Nr Tulalip | 2 cfs | → |
| Thornton Creek Near Seattle | 41 cfs | → |
| Big Quilcene River Below Diversion Nr Quilcene | 54 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
- Silver Creek To Sleepy Hollow Creek
- Brothers Wilderness Boundary To Olympic Nf Boundary
- Forest Road 2860 Bridge To Silver Creek
- Usfs Road 2870 Bridge To Confluence With Dungeness River
- Olympic Nf/Olympic Np Boundary To Usfs Road 2870 Bridge
- Sleepy Hollow Creek To Olympic 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 Northeast Buck Lake Road Hansville as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Northeast Buck Lake Road Hansville
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 Northeast Buck Lake Road Hansville.