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**Location & Access**
This boat launch provides access to Lake Jean at Ricketts Glen State Park, located 30 miles north of Bloomsburg via PA 487. The Beach Trailhead is accessible from Parking Lots 1 or 2 off Main Park Road, 3.7 miles north of Red Rock. Note that PA 487 approaching the Lake Jean area is very steep. For closest parking during peak times, the Lake Rose Trailhead across from the campground fills quickly and offers access in just 5-10 minutes.
**Facilities & Services**
The site offers a boat ramp with rentals available, making it convenient for kayakers and canoeists without their own equipment. A snack bar is on-site for refreshments. The park also provides overnight camping options (sites $15-$20/night) and cabin rentals ($60-$115/night) if you want to extend your visit. Contact the park office for current facility seasons and operating hours, as beach and day-use areas operate on specific schedules.
**Paddling Notes**
Lake Jean is a scenic impoundment suitable for recreational paddling. An easy 0.8-mile trail runs along the southern shore, providing additional access points and orientation to the lake's layout.