Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:52 PM)
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Launch Light & Moon — June 22
local timeFirst Quarter (48% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Tapteal Bend
| Location | Richland, Washington |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Columbia Canal |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 46.300553, -119.331078 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Benton County |
Tapteal Bend is a public boat launch providing access to Columbia Canal in Richland, Washington at coordinates 46.30055, -119.33108. Data published by Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WA WDFW).
Tapteal Bend is a public boat launch on Columbia Canal in Richland, Benton 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 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 ramp near Richland • public launch in Benton County • fishing access on Columbia Canal • Washington boat launch
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tapteal Bend
Is Tapteal Bend free to use?
Yes, Tapteal Bend is a public boat launch with free access in Richland, Washington.
What water does Tapteal Bend access?
Tapteal Bend provides boat launch access to Columbia Canal in Richland, Washington.
How do I get to Tapteal Bend?
Tapteal Bend is located at coordinates 46.300553, -119.331078 in Richland, 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
The area surrounding Tapteal Bend includes 6 other public boat ramps within 4.6 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.