Picacho State Recreation Area Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (6:46 PM)
- Water level
- 19.88 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 Taylors Lake
Updated 54 min agoSource: USGS station 09523000 — ALL-AMERICAN CANAL NR IMPERIAL DAM, CA-AZ · 13.2 mi from Taylors Lake
Launch Light & Moon — September 14
local timeWaxing Crescent (12% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Picacho State Recreation Area
| Location | Picacho, California |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Taylors Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.7/5 (149 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 33.008016, -114.620047 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Imperial |
| Phone | (760) 996-2963 |
Picacho State Recreation Area is a public boat launch providing access to Taylors Lake in Picacho, California at coordinates 33.00802, -114.62005. Rated 4.7/5 based on 149 Google reviews.
Picacho State Recreation Area is a public boat launch on Taylors Lake in Picacho, Imperial County, California. 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 Picacho State Recreation Area
Is Picacho State Recreation Area free to use?
Yes, Picacho State Recreation Area is a public boat launch with free access in Picacho, California.
How is Picacho State Recreation Area rated?
Picacho State Recreation Area has a 4.7 out of 5 rating based on 149 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Picacho State Recreation Area access?
Picacho State Recreation Area provides boat launch access to Taylors Lake in Picacho, California.
How do I get to Picacho State Recreation Area?
Picacho State Recreation Area is located at coordinates 33.008016, -114.620047 in Picacho, California. 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 10.0 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.