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Raccoon State Park offers convenient access to 101-acre Raccoon Lake via this boat ramp in Clinton, located in Beaver County, PA. The lake is ideal for paddlers and non-motorized boaters, accommodating kayaks, canoes, rowboats, and paddleboards alongside electric motorboats. Two boat launches serve the area, making it easy to get on the water regardless of your vessel type.
Before launching, note that all watercraft require proper documentation. Non-powered boats (kayaks and canoes) must display either a Pennsylvania State Parks launching permit, mooring permit, or boat registration—permits are available at most state park offices or through the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission. Motorboats must display current boat registration. The lake itself spans 101 acres with an average depth of 24 feet and deepens to around 70 feet near the dam, providing safe paddling in most areas.
In addition to paddling, the park offers fishing opportunities on Raccoon Lake and Traverse Creek within its expansive 7,572-acre grounds. The nearby Ohio River's New Cumberland Pool provides another option for those interested in exploring larger waterways.