Access Site
NY
Peru
City: Plattsburgh, NY
County: Clinton County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 44.61910968, -73.44365987
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Salmon River at South Plattsburgh NY
1.8 mi away
Little Ausable River near Valcour NY
1.9 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
About This Access Site
**Location & Access**
Peru Dock is located on Route 9, approximately 1.5 miles north of the hamlet of Valcour in Peru, NY. This DEC-managed launch provides a convenient access point to Lake Champlain for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats.
**Facilities & Amenities**
The launch features a hard-surface macadam ramp in good condition, wide enough to accommodate large vehicles and trailers. The facility includes a courtesy dock, spacious parking for approximately 50 vehicles and trailers, restrooms, and a pumpout station. The large parking area and single-lane ramp design make this an accessible option for most paddlers and boaters.
**What to Know**
Lake Champlain is a substantial water body offering diverse paddling opportunities, including access to nearby islands. The Peru Dock launch is one of four major DEC boat launches on the lake, making it a reliable starting point for day trips or longer excursions. Check current lake conditions before launching and ensure compliance with any equipment or registration requirements for the water body.
Peru Dock is located on Route 9, approximately 1.5 miles north of the hamlet of Valcour in Peru, NY. This DEC-managed launch provides a convenient access point to Lake Champlain for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats.
**Facilities & Amenities**
The launch features a hard-surface macadam ramp in good condition, wide enough to accommodate large vehicles and trailers. The facility includes a courtesy dock, spacious parking for approximately 50 vehicles and trailers, restrooms, and a pumpout station. The large parking area and single-lane ramp design make this an accessible option for most paddlers and boaters.
**What to Know**
Lake Champlain is a substantial water body offering diverse paddling opportunities, including access to nearby islands. The Peru Dock launch is one of four major DEC boat launches on the lake, making it a reliable starting point for day trips or longer excursions. Check current lake conditions before launching and ensure compliance with any equipment or registration requirements for the water body.