Boat Launch Sites for Allegany County
Note: Use the following definitions to help you determine if a particular site will accommodate your boat.
- Hard surface or concrete ramp--site affords float-off and float-on launching for most trailered boats.
- Beach launch--no float-off or float-on trailered boat capability. Sites will accommodate the approach to the water's edge of small and light trailered boats. Boat may then be pushed on or off trailer. Usually shallow areas.
- Hand launch--no trailer capacity. Boats must be hand carried to the water.
- Car top launch--For canoe/kayak launching. Limited parking available.
| Water | Town | Location | Type | Parking | Invasive species Present* | Comments | Agency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allen Lake | Allen Lake Multiple Use Area | Town of Allen, northeast of the Village of Belfast, off West Hill Road. | Gravel launch | 25 cars | Electric motors only | DEC | |
| Alma Pond | Alma | 3 miles east of Village of Alma, southwest of Village of Wellsville on CR 38. | Hand launch | 10 cars | DEC | ||
| Cuba Lake | Cuba | Off West Shore Road, near the Rawson Creek inlet. | Concrete ramp | 24 cars and trailers, plus 10 cars | Eurasian Watermilfoil, Curly-leaf Pondweed, European Naiad, Zebra Mussel |
DEC |
*Confirmed invasive species present. Other invasive species may also be present.
