Saddle Dam Boat Launch

Area Status: Closed

When water level allows, this popular launch site provides access to Blue River Reservoir. This natural boat ramp is on an old access road the US Army Corps of Engineers used when building the Blue River and Saddle Dams.

The boat ramp is typically closed mid-October to mid-March or when the reservoir level reaches 1,295 feet. Reservoir levels fluctuate and open/close dates may be earlier or later.

At a Glance

Current Conditions:	Boat launch is closed for the 2024 season and will reopen in spring of 2025 Reservoir and river level information is available from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers website.
Area Amenities:	Boat ramp, Toilets
Fees:	$9 per vehicle, per day
Open Season:	April - September
Usage:	Medium
Closest Towns:	Blue River, OR McKenzie Bridge, OR
Passes:	Recreation Passes may be used as a form of fee payment.
Operated By:	American Land & Leisure
Information Center:	McKenzie River Ranger District 57600 McKenzie Hwy McKenzie Bridge, OR 97413 541-822-3381

General Information

Parking:

Parking space for approximately 15-20 vehicles and boat trailers.

Directions:

From Blue River, OR, travel 3 miles east on Highway 126 to Forest Road 15. Proceed north 1 mile on Forest Road 15 to Saddle Dam Boat Launch on the left.

General Notes:

Boat Launch Map

Boating Regulations & Boating Safety: Oregon State Marine Board manages boating regulations. Visit their website for boating regulations and safety information. They also have links to information about water levels in the reservoirs.

Fishing Regulations & Information: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife manages fishing regulations. Visit their website for information on fishing seasons and fishing licenses.

Reservoir and River Level Information: From the US Army Corps of Engineers.

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