Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:04 PM)
- Water level
- 5.22 ft
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Water Conditions on China Lake
Updated 1 hr agoSource: USGS station 01049265 — Kennebec River at North Sidney, Maine · 6.2 mi from China Lake
Launch Light & Moon — August 2
local timeWaning Gibbous (85% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: China Lake
| Location | Vassalboro town, Maine |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | China Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 44.445700, -69.605400 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Kennebec |
China Lake is a public boat launch providing access to China Lake in Vassalboro town, Maine at coordinates 44.44570, -69.60540. Data published by Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife (ME IFW).
China Lake is a public boat launch on China Lake in Vassalboro town, Kennebec County, Maine. 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 live USGS water level and temperature, 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 China Lake
Is China Lake free to use?
Yes, China Lake is a public boat launch with free access in Vassalboro town, Maine.
What water does China Lake access?
China Lake provides boat launch access to China Lake in Vassalboro town, Maine.
How do I get to China Lake?
China Lake is located at coordinates 44.445700, -69.605400 in Vassalboro town, Maine. 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 China Lake includes 6 other public boat ramps within 6.4 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.