Rim Lake Day Use Area Boat Launch boat launch
Rim Lake Day Use Area Boat Launch
The Rim Lake Day Use Area Boat Launch is located at latitude 41.69825705000005 and longitude -107.28776316999995, which suggests it is situated near or on Rim Lake. Rim Lake is a small lake located in Carbon County, Wyoming, which is primarily used for fishing, swimming, and other recreational activities.
According to the latest available information, the types of watercraft permitted on Rim Lake are limited to non-motorized boats such as canoes, kayaks, and rowboats. Motorized boats are not allowed on the lake, which means that powerboats and larger watercraft are not permitted to be launched from the Rim Lake Day Use Area Boat Launch.
Overall, the Rim Lake Day Use Area Boat Launch appears to be a small, narrow ramp that is suitable for launching non-motorized watercraft onto Rim Lake. It is an ideal spot for those looking to enjoy a quiet day of fishing, paddling, or other recreational activities on the water.
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 Rim Lake Day Use Area Boat Launch -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| N Platte Riv Ab Seminoe Reservoir | 1,460 cfs | → |
| Jack Creek Above Coyote Draw | 133 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 Rim Lake Day Use Area 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 Rim Lake Day Use Area 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 Rim Lake Day Use Area Boat Launch.