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The Salmon River Reservoir in Richland, Oswego County offers a concrete boat ramp located on Jackson Road, approximately 5.5 miles west of the hamlet of Redfield off Orwell-Redfield Road. This hard surface ramp provides reliable access for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats launching onto the reservoir. Parking is available for approximately 20-22 cars and trailers, making it suitable for small to medium-sized groups.
This access point serves as a gateway to exploring the Salmon River Reservoir and its connection to Lake Ontario. The facility is managed by the New York State Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation (OPRHP), and paddlers can contact 315-298-7784 for additional information about launch conditions, water levels, or facility status. For those seeking more expansive facilities, the nearby Redfield Island Day Use Area offers additional launch options with 120 parking spaces and multiple beach launch ramps, though the Jackson Road location provides a more modest alternative for day trips and smaller groups.