City: Newport, PA
County: Perry County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 40.50333000, -76.97556000
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Location
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Susquehanna River
2 runs (1 nearby)Difficulty 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
Downstream from here Upstream from here
Downstream from here Upstream from here
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
**Location & Facilities**
Montgomery Ferry is a public boat ramp access located in Newport, Perry County on the Susquehanna River. This PFBC-managed site offers a paved boat ramp, parking for 10+ vehicles, restrooms, and is handicap accessible—making it a well-equipped launch point for paddlers and motorboaters alike.
**Best For**
This access works well for kayakers, canoeists, and recreational boaters looking to access the Susquehanna River. The paved ramp accommodates both small craft and trailer boats. The site's amenities and convenient location make it suitable for day trips on this major river.
**Planning Your Visit**
Before heading out, check current river conditions and water levels, as the Susquehanna can vary significantly by season. The site's facilities suggest it's a reliable, well-maintained access point, though you may want to contact the PFBC directly for any seasonal closures, specific hours, or current conditions that might affect your trip.
Montgomery Ferry is a public boat ramp access located in Newport, Perry County on the Susquehanna River. This PFBC-managed site offers a paved boat ramp, parking for 10+ vehicles, restrooms, and is handicap accessible—making it a well-equipped launch point for paddlers and motorboaters alike.
**Best For**
This access works well for kayakers, canoeists, and recreational boaters looking to access the Susquehanna River. The paved ramp accommodates both small craft and trailer boats. The site's amenities and convenient location make it suitable for day trips on this major river.
**Planning Your Visit**
Before heading out, check current river conditions and water levels, as the Susquehanna can vary significantly by season. The site's facilities suggest it's a reliable, well-maintained access point, though you may want to contact the PFBC directly for any seasonal closures, specific hours, or current conditions that might affect your trip.
Amenities
parking