Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:54 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 — July 25
local timeWaxing Gibbous (82% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Gate
| Location | Gate, Washington |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Black River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 46.829723, -123.133085 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Thurston |
Gate is a public boat launch providing access to Black River in Gate, Washington at coordinates 46.82972, -123.13308. Data published by Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WA WDFW).
Gate is a public boat launch on Black River in Gate, Thurston County, Washington. 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 Gate
Is Gate free to use?
Yes, Gate is a public boat launch with free access in Gate, Washington.
What water does Gate access?
Gate provides boat launch access to Black River in Gate, Washington.
How do I get to Gate?
Gate is located at coordinates 46.829723, -123.133085 in Gate, Washington. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
Boaters have 6 other launch options within 10.3 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.