Access Site
PA
Tionesta Downtown
Allegheny River • Tionesta Creek
Source: pennsylvania_state_university Updated 1 year ago
City: Tionesta, PA
County: Forest County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 41.49159000, -79.45840000
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1 runDifficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
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About This Access Site
Located in Tionesta, Pennsylvania, Lighthouse Island offers a well-developed public boat launch on the Allegheny River in Forest County. This 22.5-acre island features a boat ramp, fishing pier, and a one-mile walk/bike trail, making it an excellent staging point for paddlers and motorboaters. The site's centerpiece is the historic Sherman Memorial Lighthouse, a unique family memorial that serves as a local landmark and visitor attraction.
The Allegheny River in this section provides excellent paddling and fishing opportunities as it winds through the rugged hills and forests of northwestern Pennsylvania. The area is well-suited for canoes, kayaks, and cartop boats. Nearby Tionesta is a charming town with lodging, dining, and shopping options, and the site sits at the gateway to Allegheny National Forest. For those planning an extended trip, the Tionesta Recreation Area Campground (reservable) is located within 10 miles, and backcountry camping is permitted on National Forest lands and islands downstream.
Before launching, check current river conditions with local liveries or the Allegheny National Forest office, as water levels and flow can vary seasonally.
The Allegheny River in this section provides excellent paddling and fishing opportunities as it winds through the rugged hills and forests of northwestern Pennsylvania. The area is well-suited for canoes, kayaks, and cartop boats. Nearby Tionesta is a charming town with lodging, dining, and shopping options, and the site sits at the gateway to Allegheny National Forest. For those planning an extended trip, the Tionesta Recreation Area Campground (reservable) is located within 10 miles, and backcountry camping is permitted on National Forest lands and islands downstream.
Before launching, check current river conditions with local liveries or the Allegheny National Forest office, as water levels and flow can vary seasonally.
Nearby Campgrounds (1 within 10 miles)
TIONESTA REC. AREA CAMPGROUND
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Reservable
Nearby Recreation Areas
Tionesta Lake
Located within
Allegheny National Forest
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parking