Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 9:21 PM
- Water temp
- 55°F
- Water level
- 6.75 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 Abbot Bay
Updated 1 hr agoSource: USGS station 12362500 — S F Flathead River nr Columbia Falls MT · 8.4 mi from Abbot Bay
Launch Light & Moon — July 25
local timeWaxing Gibbous (84% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Riverside Boating Site
| Location | Montana |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Abbot Bay |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 48.272530, -113.817860 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Flathead County |
Riverside Boating Site is a public boat launch providing access to Abbot Bay in Montana at coordinates 48.27253, -113.81786. Data published by Recreation.gov / Recreation Information Database (USACE, USFS, BLM, NPS, BOR, USFWS) (RIDB).
Riverside Boating Site is a public boat launch on Abbot Bay in Flathead County, Montana. 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 Riverside Boating Site
Is Riverside Boating Site free to use?
Yes, Riverside Boating Site is a public boat launch with free access in Montana.
What water does Riverside Boating Site access?
Riverside Boating Site provides boat launch access to Abbot Bay in Montana.
How do I get to Riverside Boating Site?
Riverside Boating Site is located at coordinates 48.272530, -113.817860 in Montana. 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 7.7 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.