Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:54 PM — under 2h
- Water temp
- 77°F
- Water level
- 4.56 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 Platte River
Updated 18 min agoSource: USGS station 04071765 — OCONTO RIVER NEAR OCONTO, WI · 8.2 mi from Platte River
Launch Light & Moon — July 31
local timeWaning Gibbous (93% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Coot Shallows WMA
| Location | Nebraska |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Platte River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 40.684248, -99.292461 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Buffalo |
Coot Shallows WMA is a public boat launch providing access to Platte River in Nebraska at coordinates 40.68425, -99.29246. Data published by Nebraska Game and Parks Commission (NE GPC).
Coot Shallows WMA is a public boat launch on Platte River in Buffalo County, Nebraska. 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 Coot Shallows WMA
Is Coot Shallows WMA free to use?
Yes, Coot Shallows WMA is a public boat launch with free access in Nebraska.
What water does Coot Shallows WMA access?
Coot Shallows WMA provides boat launch access to Platte River in Nebraska.
How do I get to Coot Shallows WMA?
Coot Shallows WMA is located at coordinates 40.684248, -99.292461 in Nebraska. 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 Coot Shallows WMA includes 6 other public boat ramps within 7.7 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.