SONORA, Calif.
- The Bureau of Reclamation wants visitors to know that due to drought conditions, the Glory Hole concrete boat ramp at New Melones Lake may be closed
during the Labor Day Holiday Weekend if the lake level reaches 865 feet elevation. As of Wednesday, Aug. 31, the lake’s elevation was 866.87 feet.
The nearby Glory Hole Point gravel boat ramp is available, and a courtesy dock is in service. Four-wheel drive vehicles are strongly recommended when using
the gravel boat ramp.
Water levels at the lake fluctuate frequently, and Reclamation encourages all boaters to use caution while navigating the reservoir. Natural features will
emerge as the lake’s surface elevation continues to gradually drop due to drought conditions. Boaters are required to maintain speeds of no more than 5
miles per hour within 200 feet of any island or the shoreline. Wearing life jackets while on the water will help visitors have a safe and enjoyable day on
the lake.
For information on New Melones and boat ramp availability, please contact the Visitor Center at 209-536-9095 (TTY 800-877-8339) orhttp://www.usbr.gov/mp/ccao/newmelones/, visithttp://www.recreation.gov/ and search for New Melones, or contact Glory Hole Sports at 209-736-4333 or http://gloryholesports.com/.
The New Melones Lake Administration Office is located at 6850 Studhorse Flat Road, Sonora, CA 95370 and is open Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Source: Bureau of Reclamation
