Access Site
PA
West Fairview Point
Susquehanna River • Conodoguinet Creek
Source: pennsylvania_state_university Updated 1 year ago
City: West Fairview, PA
County: Cumberland County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 40.27212145, -76.91380084
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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 runsDifficulty 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
II(IV)
Downstream from here (30.5 mi to put-in)
2.) Marietta to Columbia
1.9 mi
III+
Downstream from here (49.9 mi to put-in)
3.) Holtwood
1.1 mi
5 ft/mi
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
**Location & Access:** West Fairview Point is a public boat ramp located on the western bank of the Susquehanna River in Cumberland County, PA, just north of City Island at the confluence with the Conodoguinet Creek. The site features a paved launch ramp approximately 50 feet wide. Note that this is designated as a take-out location, so plan accordingly if you're launching from elsewhere.
**Facilities & Amenities:** The access point provides portable toilets and picnic tables for visitors. Parking is limited, so arrive early during peak season. The site is well-maintained and suitable for kayaks, canoes, and motorized boats. The confluence location offers calm water conditions ideal for paddlers of various skill levels, making it a convenient put-in or take-out spot for Susquehanna River trips.
**Nearby Recreation:** The West Fairview area provides access to scenic stretches of the Susquehanna River. Paddlers should be aware of all state boating safety regulations and watch for other river traffic. The site's location near City Island makes it a good hub for exploring different sections of the river and connecting creeks in the region.
**Facilities & Amenities:** The access point provides portable toilets and picnic tables for visitors. Parking is limited, so arrive early during peak season. The site is well-maintained and suitable for kayaks, canoes, and motorized boats. The confluence location offers calm water conditions ideal for paddlers of various skill levels, making it a convenient put-in or take-out spot for Susquehanna River trips.
**Nearby Recreation:** The West Fairview area provides access to scenic stretches of the Susquehanna River. Paddlers should be aware of all state boating safety regulations and watch for other river traffic. The site's location near City Island makes it a good hub for exploring different sections of the river and connecting creeks in the region.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument
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Amenities
parking