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Access Site NH

West Side

Piscataquog River • Merrimack River

Source: new_hampshire_office_of_energy_and_planning Updated 1 year ago

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City: Manchester, NH
County: Hillsborough County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 42.99487306, -71.49444867
2 Electric St, Manchester, NH 03102, USA
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Piscataquog River near Goffstown, NH Same River 3.2 mi away
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Piscataquog River below Gorham Br, near Goffstown, NH Same River 7 mi away
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Piscataquog River
3 runs
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
III This location is on this run Dave's Wave
0.1 mi
II Upstream from here (2.0 mi from take-out) Goffstown
3.3 mi 15 ft/mi
II-III+(IV) Upstream from here (14.5 mi from take-out) Lake Horace to Everett Reservoir
6.9 mi 42 ft/mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
The West Side boat ramp is located at Bass Island Park on the Piscataquog River in Manchester's West Side neighborhood. This vessel ramp provides convenient access to the river and is situated within a small, peaceful 1.2-acre park along Second Street (between West Hancock and Cleveland Street). The ramp is well-suited for kayakers, canoeists, and small motorboats looking to access this popular inland waterway.

The Piscataquog River is known as a dependable novice-friendly paddle, making it an excellent choice for paddlers of varying skill levels. Water levels are influenced by dam management at the put-in location, resulting in regular fluctuations throughout the day and seasons. The river maintains fairly consistent flow even in early spring, offering extended paddling opportunities. While the West Side ramp itself is relatively basic, the park setting provides a peaceful launch point despite the surrounding urban area. Paddlers should check current water conditions and dam release schedules before heading out, as these factors directly impact river levels and navigability.