Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 9:01 PM
- Tide
- 0.072 ft now
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Tide Conditions
Updated 8 hr agoSource: NOAA CO-OPS station 9446484 — Tacoma · 6.5 mi from this ramp
Launch Light & Moon — July 15
local timeNew Moon (1% illuminated). Peak fishing window — solunar theory puts fish most active around the new and full moon.
Location
Quick Facts: North Lake
| Location | Federal Way, Washington |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | North Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 47.308863, -122.288717 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | King |
| Tidal | Yes - check tide charts before launching |
North Lake is a public boat launch providing access to North Lake in Federal Way, Washington at coordinates 47.30886, -122.28872. Data published by Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WA WDFW).
North Lake is a public boat launch on North Lake in Federal Way, King 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 current NOAA tide readings, 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 North Lake
Is North Lake free to use?
Yes, North Lake is a public boat launch with free access in Federal Way, Washington.
What water does North Lake access?
North Lake provides boat launch access to North Lake in Federal Way, Washington.
How do I get to North Lake?
North Lake is located at coordinates 47.308863, -122.288717 in Federal Way, 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
6 additional boat launches are located within 1.3 mi of North Lake, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.