City: Halifax, PA
County: Dauphin County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 40.46748767, -76.93510246
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Whitewater Runs on Susquehanna River
2 runs (1 nearby)Difficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
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These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
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American Whitewater
About This Access Site
**Location & Access**
Halifax Boro Boat Ramp is a public launch facility located in Halifax, Dauphin County, on the Susquehanna River in Pennsylvania's Appalachian region. This ramp accommodates both trailers and paddle boats, making it suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and motorized vessels.
**Important Launch Considerations**
Paddlers should be aware that the ramp features a notably sharp drop-off at its end, which requires careful maneuvering during launch and retrieval. This characteristic can be particularly challenging during low-water periods, so checking current river conditions before your trip is recommended. The facility serves as a good access point for exploring this section of the Susquehanna River, which is a significant waterway in the region.
**Nearby Alternatives**
If conditions are unfavorable at Halifax Boro, paddlers can consider other public access points on the Susquehanna River, including Bloomsburg Access (394 Airport Rd., Bloomsburg) and Oakland Access in Susquehanna, located upstream and downstream respectively.
Halifax Boro Boat Ramp is a public launch facility located in Halifax, Dauphin County, on the Susquehanna River in Pennsylvania's Appalachian region. This ramp accommodates both trailers and paddle boats, making it suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and motorized vessels.
**Important Launch Considerations**
Paddlers should be aware that the ramp features a notably sharp drop-off at its end, which requires careful maneuvering during launch and retrieval. This characteristic can be particularly challenging during low-water periods, so checking current river conditions before your trip is recommended. The facility serves as a good access point for exploring this section of the Susquehanna River, which is a significant waterway in the region.
**Nearby Alternatives**
If conditions are unfavorable at Halifax Boro, paddlers can consider other public access points on the Susquehanna River, including Bloomsburg Access (394 Airport Rd., Bloomsburg) and Oakland Access in Susquehanna, located upstream and downstream respectively.
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