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    Where to Boat

    Take your next adventure on the water! Pennsylvania offers thousands of miles of waters to motor, paddle and float. You'll find endless opportunities to enjoy and explore aboard your boat. 

    Scenic shot of people where life jackets paddling canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, and sailing on Lake Nockamixon.

    Boating Maps and Resources

    Check out our detailed maps and resources below to prepare you for your next boating adventure.

    A young boy and a woman sit on a boat wearing life jackets on the Susquehanna River. The young boy is holding his fishing rod and reeling in his line.

    County Guide

    Search for Boat Accesses and Special Fishing Regulation Lakes using our County Guide map.

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    Three men wearing life jackets and kayaking on the Conestoga River

    Water Trails

    Resources on Pennsylvania's 29 water trails and feature articles from Angler & Boater Magazine.

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    Lakes

    Pennsylvania boasts over 4,000 acres of inland lakes, offering countless opportunities for boating activities.

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    Scenic photo of Colyer Lake, Centre County on a cloudy fall day. You can see lake post structures installed in the lake in the background.

    PFBC-Owned Lakes

    Learn about the 47 PFBC-owned lakes that stretch across Pennsylvania.

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    Canoes and Kayaks hanging on racks at the Boat Rental station at Pine Grove Furnace State Park

    Boat Rentals

    Rent a powered or unpowered boat from rental businesses all across Pennsylvania.

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    Wide shot of boats moored at the boat marina at Raystown Lake

    Marinas and Pumpout Locations

    List of marinas and pumpout locations found all across Pennsylvania.

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    Blue circle outlined in yellow with a fish inside and the PFBC keystone logo with the words "Charter Boat Fishing Guide"

    Charter Boats

    Discover charter boats near you.

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    Pillar of a bridge over the Susquehanna River with "Dam" and an arrow pointing downstream to inform boaters there is a dam hazard ahead.

    Special Boating Regulations

    Title 58 Chapter 111 Special Regulations by counties

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    Screenshot of the water conditions for the Susquehanna River Basin from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) website.

    Water Conditions

    View helpful resources where you can check water and weather conditions before heading out on the water.

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    An overview shot of Walnut Creek Marina in Erie County, PA

    Walnut Creek Marina

    Walnut Creek Marina is located on Lake Erie and provides access to world-class fishing and boating.

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