Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (6:56 PM)
- Water level
- 1.22 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 Profile Lake
Updated 1 hr agoSource: USGS station 01137500 — AMMONOOSUC RIVER AT BETHLEHEM JUNCTION, NH · 7.6 mi from Profile Lake
Launch Light & Moon — September 17
local timeFirst Quarter (31% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Franconia Notch State Park
| Location | Franconia, New Hampshire |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Profile Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 44.161376, -71.677338 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Grafton |
Franconia Notch State Park is a public boat launch providing access to Profile Lake in Franconia, New Hampshire at coordinates 44.16138, -71.67734. Data published by New Hampshire Fish and Game Department (NH F&G).
Franconia Notch State Park is a public boat launch on Profile Lake in Franconia, Grafton County, New Hampshire. 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 Franconia Notch State Park
Is Franconia Notch State Park free to use?
Yes, Franconia Notch State Park is a public boat launch with free access in Franconia, New Hampshire.
What water does Franconia Notch State Park access?
Franconia Notch State Park provides boat launch access to Profile Lake in Franconia, New Hampshire.
How do I get to Franconia Notch State Park?
Franconia Notch State Park is located at coordinates 44.161376, -71.677338 in Franconia, New Hampshire. 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 Franconia Notch State Park includes 6 other public boat ramps within 12.7 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.