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Access Site NY

Grass River

Grass River

Source: new_york_state_dept__of_environmental_conservation Updated 1 year ago

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City: Canton, NY
County: St. Lawrence County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 44.62133597, -75.22661526
3030 NY-68, Canton, NY 13617, USA
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Grass River at Pyrites NY Same River 6.9 mi away
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Grass River at Chase Mills NY Same River 17.2 mi away
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Grass River
5 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
II-III Downstream from here (3.6 mi to put-in) 3. Morley to Massena
29.8 mi
III Downstream from here (31.7 mi to put-in) 5. Messena Wave
0.0 mi
II-V+ Upstream from here (6.5 mi from take-out) 4. Woods Bridge Road to Route 47 below Harrison Creek
6.6 mi
I-II Upstream from here (14.4 mi from take-out) 2. Downerville to Russell
2.7 mi 20 ft/mi
IV+ Upstream from here (15.9 mi from take-out) 1. Lampsons Falls to Downerville
4.1 mi 30 ft/mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Located on Route 68 approximately 3 miles northwest of Canton village, the Grass River boat ramp is a hard surface launch suitable for canoes and small motorboats. The site has parking for 14 vehicles and trailers, making it a convenient put-in point for accessing the Grass River's extensive paddling opportunities.

The Grass River offers approximately 85 miles of canoeable water out of its 115-mile total length, with adequate public access provided at multiple points along the river. The section near Canton flows as a coldwater stream, providing excellent habitat for brown trout and native brook trout, along with walleye and smallmouth bass. Paddlers can expect a mix of fishing and recreational paddling opportunities, making this a popular launch point for both day trips and longer canoe expeditions through the Grass River Wild Forest area.