Launch Conditions

The Middle Fork American River watershed area is home to three boat launch locations for your use. Information on this page will update regularly.

French Meadows South Boat Launch

Date: 7/29/2021
Water Surface Elevation: 5,204' msl
Storage: 66,500 acre-feet
Boat Launch Terminus Elevation: 5,200' msl
Difference: +4' Above Launch Terminus
7 Day Elevation Change: -2'

French Meadows North Boat Launch

Date: 7/29/2021
Water Surface Elevation: 5,204’ msl
Storage: 66,500 acre-feet
7 Day Elevation Change: -2’

Hell Hole Boat Launch

Date: 7/29/2021
Water Surface Elevation: 4,517' msl
Boat Launch Terminus Elevation: 4,530' msl
Difference: -13' Below Launch Terminus
7 Day Elevation Change: -4.5' msl

Reference Maps

French Meadows Boat Ramp and Picnic Area

McGuire Boat Ramp, Picnic and Launch Area/Parking Areas

Hell Hole Boat Ramp/Parking Areas

Ralston Picnic Area/Car Top Boat Ramp