Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 11:41 PM
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Launch Light & Moon — June 24
local timeWaxing Gibbous (76% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Island Lake
| Location | Nikiski, Alaska |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Thetis Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 60.704480, -151.295490 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Kenai Peninsula Borough |
Island Lake is a public boat launch providing access to Thetis Lake in Nikiski, Alaska at coordinates 60.70448, -151.29549. Data published by Alaska Department of Fish and Game (AK ADFG).
Island Lake is a public boat launch on Thetis Lake in Nikiski, Kenai Peninsula Borough County, Alaska. 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.
Related: boat ramp near Nikiski • public launch in Kenai Peninsula Borough • fishing access on Thetis Lake • Alaska boat launch
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Frequently Asked Questions About Island Lake
Is Island Lake free to use?
Yes, Island Lake is a public boat launch with free access in Nikiski, Alaska.
What water does Island Lake access?
Island Lake provides boat launch access to Thetis Lake in Nikiski, Alaska.
How do I get to Island Lake?
Island Lake is located at coordinates 60.704480, -151.295490 in Nikiski, Alaska. 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 13.5 mi of Island Lake, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.