Kayak and canoe launches on Schuylkill River, Pennsylvania
34 launch sites on Schuylkill River from PA Fish & Boat Commission. 13 are trailer ramps.
Fees: 33 list no fee, 1 list a fee, 0 not verified. Each listing names its source; check it before you go.
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- Auburn Dam · Boat ramp (trailer)
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
Access details not published; check before you go.
- Auburn-Rt. 987 Landing · Water access
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Dock or boarding float
- None listed
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Bartram's Garden · Water access
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Dock or boarding float
- Yes
- Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Betzwood · Boat ramp (trailer)
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Launch surface
- Concrete or paved
- Dock or boarding float
- None listed
- Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
- Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- East Park Canoe House Ramp · Boat ramp (trailer)
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Dock or boarding float
- Yes
- Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
- Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Epler's Landing · Boat ramp (trailer)
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Dock or boarding float
- None listed
- Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Felix Dam Park · Water access
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Dock or boarding float
- None listed
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Five Locks Access · Water access
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Dock or boarding float
- None listed
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Flat Rock Park · Boat ramp (trailer)
Entry: Fee charged (amount not listed) (PA Fish & Boat Commission, checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Launch surface
- Concrete or paved
- Dock or boarding float
- Yes
- Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
- Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
- Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Ganshahawny Park Landing · Water access
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Dock or boarding float
- None listed
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Gibraltar Unimproved Landing · Water access
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Dock or boarding float
- None listed
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Hamburg Landing · Water access
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Dock or boarding float
- None listed
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Informal Auburn Dam landing · Water access
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Dock or boarding float
- None listed
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Jackson's Landing · Water access
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Dock or boarding float
- None listed
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Kernsville · Water access
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Dock or boarding float
- None listed
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Leesport · Boat ramp (trailer)
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Dock or boarding float
- None listed
- Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Limerick Township · Boat ramp (trailer)
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Dock or boarding float
- None listed
- Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Mont Clare · Water access
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Dock or boarding float
- None listed
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Norristown Riverfront Park · Boat ramp (trailer)
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Launch surface
- Concrete or paved
- Dock or boarding float
- Yes
- Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
- Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
- Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Peter Yarnell Park Landing · Water access
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Dock or boarding float
- None listed
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Phoenixville · Boat ramp (trailer)
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Launch surface
- Concrete or paved
- Dock or boarding float
- Yes
- Accessible features
- Listed
- Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
- Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
- Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
- Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Port Clinton Landing · Water access
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Dock or boarding float
- None listed
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Port Providence Access · Water access
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Dock or boarding float
- None listed
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Pottstown Riverfront Park · Water access
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Dock or boarding float
- None listed
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Reading Riverfront Park · Boat ramp (trailer)
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Dock or boarding float
- None listed
- Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Schuylkill Haven Landing · Water access
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Dock or boarding float
- None listed
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- South Pottstown · Boat ramp (trailer)
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Launch surface
- Concrete or paved
- Dock or boarding float
- None listed
- Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
- Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Spring City · Boat ramp (trailer)
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Launch surface
- Concrete or paved
- Dock or boarding float
- None listed
- Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
- Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Stoudt's Ferry Bridge Landing · Water access
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Dock or boarding float
- None listed
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Tow Path Park · Boat ramp (trailer)
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
Access details not published; check before you go.
- Union Township Landing · Water access
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Dock or boarding float
- None listed
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Upper Merion Boat House · Water access
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Dock or boarding float
- None listed
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Upper Schuylkill Valley Park · Water access
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
Access details not published; check before you go.
- Walnut Street Landing · Water access
No fee listed by PA Fish & Boat Commission (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Dock or boarding float
- None listed
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
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Data shown as published by the agency or mapped source; launch details and fees change, so check the official source before you go.