Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:55 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 — August 1
local timeWaning Gibbous (90% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Black's Ford
| Location | Montana |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Elk Creek |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 45.646387, -111.522484 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Gallatin |
Black's Ford is a public boat launch providing access to Elk Creek in Montana at coordinates 45.64639, -111.52248. Data published by Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (MT FWP).
Black's Ford is a public boat launch on Elk Creek in Gallatin County, Montana. 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's Ford
Is Black's Ford free to use?
Yes, Black's Ford is a public boat launch with free access in Montana.
What water does Black's Ford access?
Black's Ford provides boat launch access to Elk Creek in Montana.
How do I get to Black's Ford?
Black's Ford is located at coordinates 45.646387, -111.522484 in Montana. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
6 additional boat launches are located within 4.9 mi of Black's Ford, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.