Fawn Creek boat launch
Fawn Creek
Fawn Creek boat ramp is a concrete boat ramp that offers a wide access area for launching boats. The ramp has a width of approximately 20-25 feet, which is sufficient for most small to medium-sized boats. The ramp is also suitable for single-lane traffic and has enough area to handle several boats at the same time.
The body of water that Fawn Creek boat ramp services is Dorena Reservoir. Dorena Reservoir is a man-made lake that spans approximately 5.5 miles in length and has a surface area of approximately 2,700 acres. The reservoir is located in the southern part of the Willamette Valley and is surrounded by forests and hills.
Fawn Creek boat ramp is suitable for various types of boats, including kayaks, canoes, aluminum boats, and small to medium-sized fishing boats. However, it is important to note that the lake has a 10 mph speed limit, and all boats must comply with this regulation. Additionally, boats with gas engines must have an Oregon Marine Board permit to operate on the lake.
In conclusion, Fawn Creek boat ramp is a concrete boat ramp located in Oregon that services Dorena Reservoir. It has a width of approximately 20-25 feet, and it is suitable for various types of boats, including kayaks, canoes, aluminum boats, and small to medium-sized fishing 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 Fawn Creek -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Umpqua River Near Elkton | 1,840 cfs | → |
| Siuslaw River Near Mapleton | 451 cfs | → |
| Long Tom River Near Noti | 58 cfs | → |
| Little Wolf Creek Near Tyee | 3 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
- East Section Line Of Ne1/4se1/4 Of Sec 16, T21s, R10w To Confluence With Smith River
- Eastern Siuslaw Nf Boundary To East Section Line Of Ne1/4se1/4 Of Sec 16, T21s, R10w
- Confluence With Jump Creek To East Section Line Of Sec 36, T19s, R10w
- East Section Line Of Sec 36, T19s, R10w To South Section Line Of Sec 32, T19s, R10w
- Eastern Siuslaw Nf Boundary To Confluence With Jump Creek
- Siuslaw River Seg C
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 Fawn Creek as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Fawn Creek
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 Fawn Creek.