You'll find Gold Lake Boat Ramp in Portola. It's a public boat ramp. Using Gold Lake Boat Ramp costs a fee. It's about 46 miles from Reno, NV, as the crow flies. The next public ramp is Lightning Tree Boat Ramp in Portola, about 19 miles away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Portola, CA |
| Water | Gold Lake |
| Launch fee | yes, a fee is charged |
Closures and rules for Gold Lake Boat Ramp: California State Parks, Division of Boating and Waterways.
More in our guide: How to launch a boat from a trailer, plus ramp etiquette.
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Illustration The classic ramp mistake
A spare snap-handle plug in the glove box, and the full launch checklist that keeps the line moving.
Launch checklist
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How to winch your boat on in a minute, and the small upgrades that make the drive home safer.
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Gold Lake Boat Ramp is in Portola, California. The directions button above routes you to the pin for Gold Lake Boat Ramp.
It gives you access to Gold Lake.
There is a fee. We don't list amounts because they change often. Check the pay station or the managing agency for current rates.
Paddlers can usually use Gold Lake Boat Ramp. Carry the boat to the edge of the ramp or the dock end.
Lightning Tree Boat Ramp in Portola (19 miles).
Boat Ramps Nearby