Boat Ramps NearbyBoat ramps on Swatara Creek
Swatara Creek in Pennsylvania has 4 public launches in our directory, spread over 4 towns. 2 are boat ramps for trailers, 4 suit kayaks and canoes.
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Swatara Creek Park Access
Hummelstown -
Jonestown Access
Jonestown -
Middletown Boat Launch
Middletown -
Pine Grove Access
Pine Grove
Before you head to Swatara Creek
| Launches | 4 |
|---|---|
| Boat ramps | 2 |
| Kayak and canoe launches | 4 |
| Marked free | 1 |
| Towns | Hummelstown, Jonestown, Middletown, Pine Grove |
- Pennsylvania asks paddlers for a boat registration or a launch permit at state boat access areas and state park launches.
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Swatara Creek: questions and answers
Where can you launch a boat on Swatara Creek?
We list 4 public launches on Swatara Creek around Hummelstown, Jonestown, Middletown and Pine Grove: Swatara Creek Park Access, Jonestown Access, Middletown Boat Launch and Pine Grove Access.
Does it cost money to launch on Swatara Creek?
Middletown Boat Launch is marked free in the map data. Check the signs at the remaining Swatara Creek ramps.
Where can you launch a kayak on Swatara Creek?
Swatara Creek Park Access, Jonestown Access, Middletown Boat Launch and Pine Grove Access are suitable for kayaks and canoes. Paddlers can usually also launch at the side of the boat ramps.