Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 9:03 PM
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Launch Light & Moon — July 15
local timeNew Moon (1% illuminated). Peak fishing window — solunar theory puts fish most active around the new and full moon.
Location
Quick Facts: Black Lake
| Location | Tumwater, Washington |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Black Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 46.982989, -122.973870 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Thurston |
Black Lake is a public boat launch providing access to Black Lake in Tumwater, Washington at coordinates 46.98299, -122.97387. Data published by Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WA WDFW).
Black Lake is a public boat launch on Black Lake in Tumwater, Thurston County, Washington. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Black Lake
Is Black Lake free to use?
Yes, Black Lake is a public boat launch with free access in Tumwater, Washington.
What water does Black Lake access?
Black Lake provides boat launch access to Black Lake in Tumwater, Washington.
How do I get to Black Lake?
Black Lake is located at coordinates 46.982989, -122.973870 in Tumwater, Washington. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
The area surrounding Black Lake includes 6 other public boat ramps within 4.5 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.