Elizabeth

The Elizabeth boat ramp on Short Street (PA-837 South from Monongahela) provides access to the Monongahela River, a major large river system spanning 130 miles through southwestern Pennsylvania. With an average flow of 13,199 cubic feet per second and a gentle 1.2 ft/mile gradient, the Monongahela is suitable for recreational boating and paddling, though paddlers should be prepared for a powerful current averaging 4.09 feet per second. The site includes parking facilities alongside the ramp.

**Important Note:** Recent water level changes from U.S. Army Corps of Engineers projects have affected ramp functionality—check current conditions before visiting. The Elizabeth access point also connects visitors to the Rivers of Steel National Heritage Area, which showcases the region's industrial heritage along the river corridor. This location offers paddlers and boaters convenient access to the lower Monongahela for day trips and recreation in southwestern Pennsylvania.