Kayak and canoe launches on Youghiogheny River, Pennsylvania
19 launch sites on Youghiogheny River from PA Fish & Boat Commission. 8 are trailer ramps.
Fees: 16 list no fee, 3 list a fee, 0 not verified. Each listing names its source; check it before you go.
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River conditions: Youghiogheny River below Confluence, PA
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Launch sites A to Z
- Boston 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.
- Bruner Run 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.
- Buena Vista · 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.
- Cedar Creek Park 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
Access details not published; check before you go.
- Connellsville · 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.
- Coulterville · 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.
- Dawson-Dickerson Run · 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.
- Hazlebaker · 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.
- Loop Take-Out · 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.
- Lower Yough Put-In · 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.
- McKees Point Marina · Water access
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
- 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.
- McKeesport Access · Water access
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)
Official fields: PA Fish & Boat Commission. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Middle Yough Ramcat · 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.
- Middle Yough Take-Out · 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.
- Perry Township · 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.
- Smithton Beach · 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.
- Sutersville Borough Rec 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.
- West Newton Public Launch · 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.
- Whitsett · 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.