Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 6:21 PM — under 2h
- Water temp
- 59°F
- Water level
- 4.33 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 Platte River
Updated 1 hr agoSource: USGS station 04071765 — OCONTO RIVER NEAR OCONTO, WI · 8.2 mi from Platte River
Launch Light & Moon — October 29
local timeWaning Gibbous (85% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Platte Falls Conservation Area West
| Location | Fair township, Missouri |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Platte River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 39.383939, -94.772620 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Platte County |
Platte Falls Conservation Area West is a public boat launch providing access to Platte River in Fair township, Missouri at coordinates 39.38394, -94.77262. Data published by Missouri Department of Conservation (MO MDC).
Platte Falls Conservation Area West is a public boat launch on Platte River in Fair township, Platte County, Missouri. 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 Platte Falls Conservation Area West
Is Platte Falls Conservation Area West free to use?
Yes, Platte Falls Conservation Area West is a public boat launch with free access in Fair township, Missouri.
What water does Platte Falls Conservation Area West access?
Platte Falls Conservation Area West provides boat launch access to Platte River in Fair township, Missouri.
How do I get to Platte Falls Conservation Area West?
Platte Falls Conservation Area West is located at coordinates 39.383939, -94.772620 in Fair township, Missouri. 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 Platte Falls Conservation Area West includes 6 other public boat ramps within 8.3 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.