Launch Dock

Ready to get on the water? Check out the latest weather conditions and our river cams (below).

Safety Rules & Procedures

Cold weather rowing rules are now in effect. When water temperature drops below 50 degrees and/or air temperature drops below 40 degrees, ALL rowers and paddlers must be under the direct supervision of a staff member and must stay within sight distance of the safety launch. All single rowers and kayakers will be required to carry a certified inflatable on non-inflatable PDF. OKCBF will provide certified inflatable on non-inflatable PDF’s to all single rowers wishing to row under the Cold Weather policy. They will be available on a first come, first serve basis.

View and download a copy of the OKCBF safety rules and procedures, including a map of the Oklahoma River. [Safety Rules]

Today’s Traffic Pattern Counter-Clockwise

All shells will launch with the bows facing the train bridge (west) and will follow a counter-clockwise pattern. Faster crews travel along the shoreline; slower crews travel in the center of the river. Slower boats move to the center of the river (without crossing the center line) when being passed by a faster boat. Please yield to oncoming crews when crossing the river or entering a traffic lane.

Current Open Rowing Times

Open Rowing takes place Saturdays from 11a to 1p and Sundays from 1 to 5p. Times are subject to change depending on weather conditions and other factors. Call the Chesapeake Boathouse at (405) 552-4040 to confirm open rowing times.

River Cams

Boathouse District                                                                                 Exchange Boathouse