Access Site
IN
Hazel Dell Landing
City: Carmel, IN
County: Hamilton County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 39.94147980, -86.06908448
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
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About This Access Site
**Location & Access:**
Hazel Dell Landing provides boat ramp access to the White River in Carmel, Hamilton County, near the 106th Street/Hazel Dell area. This is a convenient put-in point for paddlers and boaters looking to access this major river system in central Indiana.
**River Conditions & Character:**
The White River at this location is a substantial waterway—a major river (Stream Order 9) with an average flow of approximately 34,831 cubic feet per second and moderate current velocity of 5.76 feet/second. The river has a gentle average gradient of 3.5 feet/mile in this region. Paddlers should be prepared for a moderately-sized river with consistent flow and current. **Important:** Boaters and paddlers should be aware of rock structures downstream that cannot be safely navigated; signage indicates portage routes around these obstacles.
**Nearby Alternatives:**
Several other access points exist along this section of the White River, including Potter's Bridge Park, the State Road 19 boat ramp near Forest Park, and Riverside Park, providing options for various trip lengths and take-out points. Check current conditions and any advisories before launching, as water levels and hazards can change seasonally.
Hazel Dell Landing provides boat ramp access to the White River in Carmel, Hamilton County, near the 106th Street/Hazel Dell area. This is a convenient put-in point for paddlers and boaters looking to access this major river system in central Indiana.
**River Conditions & Character:**
The White River at this location is a substantial waterway—a major river (Stream Order 9) with an average flow of approximately 34,831 cubic feet per second and moderate current velocity of 5.76 feet/second. The river has a gentle average gradient of 3.5 feet/mile in this region. Paddlers should be prepared for a moderately-sized river with consistent flow and current. **Important:** Boaters and paddlers should be aware of rock structures downstream that cannot be safely navigated; signage indicates portage routes around these obstacles.
**Nearby Alternatives:**
Several other access points exist along this section of the White River, including Potter's Bridge Park, the State Road 19 boat ramp near Forest Park, and Riverside Park, providing options for various trip lengths and take-out points. Check current conditions and any advisories before launching, as water levels and hazards can change seasonally.