Mississippi River -- City Marina boat launch
Mississippi River -- City Marina
The Mississippi River is a major waterway in the United States, stretching over 2,300 miles from Minnesota to the Gulf of Mexico. In La Crosse, the Mississippi River is a popular destination for boating and fishing. The boat ramp at City Marina is open to all types of watercraft, including powerboats, sailboats, canoes, and kayaks.
The latest information available confirms that the Mississippi River -- City Marina boat ramp is open to the public from April 1st to November 1st, weather permitting. The ramp is free of charge for boaters and can accommodate up to three boats at a time. The City of La Crosse Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department provides a variety of amenities at the marina, including restrooms, picnic areas, and a fishing pier.
Overall, the Mississippi River -- City Marina boat ramp is a convenient and popular access point for boaters looking to explore the Mississippi River in La Crosse, Wisconsin.
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 Mississippi River -- City Marina -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| La Crosse River Near La Crosse | 405 cfs | → |
| Root River Near Houston | 845 cfs | → |
| South Fork Root River Near Houston | 174 cfs | → |
| Black River Near Galesville | 1,850 cfs | → |
| La Crosse River At Sparta | 213 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River At Winona | 31,100 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest paddle runs, fishing spots, and other boat launches so you can extend a day on the water.
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 Mississippi River -- City Marina as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Mississippi River -- City Marina
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 Mississippi River -- City Marina.