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**Location & Access:** Friends Boat Launch is located at Onoville Marina Park in the Quaker area of Allegany State Park, near Steamburg. To reach it, take Route 17 (Southern Tier Expressway) to Exit 18, then head south on Route 280 for 2.5 miles. The facility features a hard surface ramp suitable for launching kayaks, canoes, and motorboats.
**Facilities & Amenities:** This recreation area offers practical facilities for paddlers, including parking for 35 cars and trailers. In addition to the boat launch, the site features a sandy beach for swimming, two fishing piers, and access to the Allegheny Reservoir for recreational boating and paddling. The surrounding Allegany State Park provides extensive hiking trails, opportunities to explore naturally formed caves, and diverse wildlife viewing. Nearby camping options include Handsome Lake and Hooks Brook Boat Access Campgrounds, both of which are reservable.
**Contact:** For specific information about conditions, hours, or other details, contact Allegany State Park at 716-354-2182 (OPRHP).
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Free Access
This recreation area is part of Allegheny Reservoir