Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (9:42 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 — June 24
local timeFirst Quarter (69% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Blanchard Lake
| Location | Montana |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Sampson Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 48.393700, -114.366626 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Flathead |
Blanchard Lake is a public boat launch providing access to Sampson Lake in Montana at coordinates 48.39370, -114.36663. Data published by Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (MT FWP).
Blanchard Lake is a public boat launch on Sampson Lake in Flathead 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 Blanchard Lake
Is Blanchard Lake free to use?
Yes, Blanchard Lake is a public boat launch with free access in Montana.
What water does Blanchard Lake access?
Blanchard Lake provides boat launch access to Sampson Lake in Montana.
How do I get to Blanchard Lake?
Blanchard Lake is located at coordinates 48.393700, -114.366626 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 4.5 mi of Blanchard Lake, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.