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Launch Conditions

Not advised

Launch not advised right now — Extreme Heat Warning in effect.

Advisory
Extreme Heat Warning
Daylight
Sunset 8:09 PM
Water temp
77°F
Water level
5.75 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 Santa Margarita Lake

Updated 59 min ago
Gage Height
5.75ft
Streamflow
0.00cfs
Water Temp
77°F

Source: USGS station 11145500SALINAS R NR SANTA MARGARITA CA · 7.2 mi from Santa Margarita Lake

Launch Light & Moon — July 28

local time
First Light
5:39 AM
Sunrise
6:07 AM
Sunset
8:09 PM
Last Light
8:37 PM

Full Moon (100% illuminated). Peak fishing window — solunar theory puts fish most active around the new and full moon.

Location

Quick Facts: Santa Margarita Lake Marina

Quick facts about Santa Margarita Lake Marina
LocationCalifornia
WaterbodySanta Margarita Lake
Access TypePrivate
Rating4.5/5 (36 reviews)
Coordinates35.326889, -120.489507
HoursCheck on site
CountySan Luis Obispo
Phone(805) 438-1522

Santa Margarita Lake Marina is a boat launch providing access to Santa Margarita Lake in California at coordinates 35.32689, -120.48951. Rated 4.5/5 based on 36 Google reviews.

Santa Margarita Lake Marina is a private boat launch on Santa Margarita Lake in San Luis Obispo County, California. This is a private or restricted facility — confirm access requirements, fees, or membership before towing out. 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.

Related: boat launch in San Luis Obispo • fishing access on Santa Margarita Lake • California boat launch

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Frequently Asked Questions About Santa Margarita Lake Marina

Is Santa Margarita Lake Marina free to use?

Santa Margarita Lake Marina is a private facility. Contact the operator for access information.

How is Santa Margarita Lake Marina rated?

Santa Margarita Lake Marina has a 4.5 out of 5 rating based on 36 Google reviews from boaters.

What water does Santa Margarita Lake Marina access?

Santa Margarita Lake Marina provides boat launch access to Santa Margarita Lake in California.

How do I get to Santa Margarita Lake Marina?

Santa Margarita Lake Marina is located at coordinates 35.326889, -120.489507 in California. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.

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