Access Site
PA
City Island Marina
Susquehanna River • Conodoguinet Creek
Source: pennsylvania_state_university Updated 1 year ago
City: Harrisburg, PA
County: Dauphin County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 40.25851254, -76.89121803
Air Temp: --
Location
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Susquehanna River
2 runsDifficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site:
Put-in at this location
This location is on the run
Take-out at this location
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II(IV)
Downstream from here (28.7 mi to put-in)
2.) Marietta to Columbia
1.9 mi
III+
Downstream from here (48.1 mi to put-in)
3.) Holtwood
1.1 mi
5 ft/mi
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
City Island Marina offers a convenient boat ramp on the south end of City Island, providing year-round access to the Susquehanna River in Harrisburg. The launch is **free to use** and welcomes all types of watercraft, including kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, and motorized boats. The location puts you on a major river corridor in the Piedmont region, ideal for paddlers looking to explore the lower Susquehanna.
The ramp's central location in Harrisburg makes it an accessible starting point for various paddling distances and skill levels. Whether you're planning a short recreational paddle or a longer expedition on the Susquehanna, this site offers reliable year-round access. Nearby amenities on City Island and in Harrisburg provide additional support for your outing, including parking and other facilities within the island area.
The ramp's central location in Harrisburg makes it an accessible starting point for various paddling distances and skill levels. Whether you're planning a short recreational paddle or a longer expedition on the Susquehanna, this site offers reliable year-round access. Nearby amenities on City Island and in Harrisburg provide additional support for your outing, including parking and other facilities within the island area.