Access Site
PA
Kimmett's Lock
City: Allentown, PA
County: Lehigh County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 40.62440834, -75.45839131
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Lehigh River
8 runsDifficulty 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
Downstream from here Upstream from here
I-III
This location is on this run
4. East Penn Boat Ramp, Bowmanstown,PA to Canal Park, Allentown
23.0 mi
I-III
Downstream from here (36.7 mi to put-in)
0.4 Stoddartsville Falls, Stoddartsville, PA to Francis Walter Dam
8.0 mi
I-II
Upstream from here (17.9 mi from take-out)
3. Glen Onoko to East Penn Boat Ramp, Bowmanstown, Pa
11.0 mi
12 ft/mi
II-III
Upstream from here (27.4 mi from take-out)
2. Rockport to Glen Onoko
13.1 mi
30 ft/mi
II-III
Upstream from here (31.2 mi from take-out)
1. White Haven to Rockport
9.1 mi
30 ft/mi
I-III
Upstream from here (36.8 mi from take-out)
0.3 DCNR Thornhurst Lehigh River Access to PA 115 Stoddartsville, PA
6.5 mi
II(III)
Upstream from here (36.8 mi from take-out)
0.5 Francis Walters Dam to White Haven
6.0 mi
15 ft/mi
I-III
Upstream from here (39.7 mi from take-out)
0.2 PA 435 Gouldsboro, PA to DCNR Thornhurst Lehigh River Access
7.1 mi
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Kimmett's Lock is a public boat launch providing convenient access to the Lehigh River in Allentown, PA. Located off Dauphin Street/Canal Road near the American Parkway Bridge and Coca-Cola Park, this ramp features a large parking area and serves paddlers, boaters, and anglers. The site is part of the Lehigh River Water Trail system and offers direct access to one of the region's primary paddling corridors.
The ramp is well-suited for kayakers and canoeists exploring the Lehigh River, as well as for small motorboat launches. This location serves as a key access point along the Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor, which spans five Pennsylvania counties and offers extensive recreational opportunities. Anglers will find fishing opportunities on the river, and the nearby Lehigh Canal Park Trailhead provides additional exploration options for those interested in both water and land-based recreation.
Before launching, check current river conditions and water levels, as the Lehigh River's flow and navigability can vary seasonally. Contact local PA Fish and Wildlife resources or check the Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor website for up-to-date information on conditions, any access restrictions, and recommendations for your specific craft and skill level.
The ramp is well-suited for kayakers and canoeists exploring the Lehigh River, as well as for small motorboat launches. This location serves as a key access point along the Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor, which spans five Pennsylvania counties and offers extensive recreational opportunities. Anglers will find fishing opportunities on the river, and the nearby Lehigh Canal Park Trailhead provides additional exploration options for those interested in both water and land-based recreation.
Before launching, check current river conditions and water levels, as the Lehigh River's flow and navigability can vary seasonally. Contact local PA Fish and Wildlife resources or check the Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor website for up-to-date information on conditions, any access restrictions, and recommendations for your specific craft and skill level.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor
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