City: Bainbridge, PA
County: Lancaster County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 40.09103192, -76.67108039
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Whitewater Runs on Susquehanna River
2 runsDifficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
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II(IV)
Downstream from here (10.1 mi to put-in)
2.) Marietta to Columbia
1.9 mi
III+
Downstream from here (29.1 mi to put-in)
3.) Holtwood
1.1 mi
5 ft/mi
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American Whitewater
About This Access Site
**Location & Facilities**
Bainbridge - Koser Park, located off Race Street in Bainbridge, Lancaster County, is owned and operated by American Legion Post 197. The site features a small boat ramp suitable for kayaks, canoes, and motorboats, with limited parking available. A shaded picnic pavilion with tables provides a convenient rest area.
**Water Access & Recreation**
This access point serves as a gateway to the Susquehanna River Water Trail (Lower Section), a 53-mile paddling route featuring diverse natural and industrial scenery. The ramp provides access to the West Branch of the Susquehanna River and the 652-acre Hepburn Street Dam area, which offers deep water suitable for various water activities. The site is also conveniently located along the Northwest River Trail, making it a popular stop for cyclists and paddlers alike.
**Best For**
Paddle craft (kayaks, canoes) and small motorized vessels will find this an accessible launch point. The calm water near the dam makes it suitable for paddlers of varying skill levels looking to explore this section of the Susquehanna River Water Trail.
Bainbridge - Koser Park, located off Race Street in Bainbridge, Lancaster County, is owned and operated by American Legion Post 197. The site features a small boat ramp suitable for kayaks, canoes, and motorboats, with limited parking available. A shaded picnic pavilion with tables provides a convenient rest area.
**Water Access & Recreation**
This access point serves as a gateway to the Susquehanna River Water Trail (Lower Section), a 53-mile paddling route featuring diverse natural and industrial scenery. The ramp provides access to the West Branch of the Susquehanna River and the 652-acre Hepburn Street Dam area, which offers deep water suitable for various water activities. The site is also conveniently located along the Northwest River Trail, making it a popular stop for cyclists and paddlers alike.
**Best For**
Paddle craft (kayaks, canoes) and small motorized vessels will find this an accessible launch point. The calm water near the dam makes it suitable for paddlers of varying skill levels looking to explore this section of the Susquehanna River Water Trail.