Kayak and canoe launches on Susquehanna River - West Branch, Pennsylvania

35 launch sites on Susquehanna River - West Branch from PA Fish & Boat Commission. 26 are trailer ramps.

Fees: 32 list no fee, 3 list a fee, 0 not verified. Each listing names its source; check it before you go.

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• Cherry Tree Borough · 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.

• Chest Falls Campground · 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.

• Chillisquaque · 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.

• CLOSED: Muncy UNSAFE WATER CONDITIONS · 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

  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)

  Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Deer Creek near Buck Run · 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.

• Fort Boone Campground · 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.

• Great Stream Commons · 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.

• Greevy · 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.

• Hyner · 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.

• Irvin Park Borough · 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.

• Jersey Shore Boat Club · 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.

• Karthaus · 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.

• Linden Access · 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.

• Lock Haven · 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.

• Lower Witmer Park Borough Access · 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.

• Mahaffey · 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.

• McGees Mills · 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.

• Milton State 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

  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.

• Montgomery · 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.

• Montoursville · 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.

• North Bend · 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.

• Pa State Flaming Foliage Canoe Access · 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.

• Pine Creek · 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.

• Rivers Edge RV Campground · 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

  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.

• Riverside Campground · 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.

• Rolling Stone · 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.

• Shawville Grocery · 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.

• St. George St. · 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.

• Susquehanna Boat Club · 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

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Susquehanna Campground · 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.

• Susquehanna State 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.

• Unnamed (north 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

  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.

• Watsontown · 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.

• Watsontown Borough · 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.

• West Branch Motor Club · 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.

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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.