Shaw Cove

Shaw Cove is a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers-managed boat ramp located in Sanbornton on the Pemigewasset River, providing convenient access for kayakers, canoeists, and small motorboats. The site offers a dedicated boat ramp suitable for launching light craft and is an excellent jumping-off point for exploring the river and its surrounding wildlife habitat.

This access point on the Pemigewasset River puts paddlers in proximity to several notable recreational areas, including nearby Franklin Falls Dam and Blackwater Dam. The river corridor offers diverse paddling opportunities, from scenic flat-water exploration to spring whitewater releases at Blackwater Dam, which is known for some of the country's premier kayaking conditions during water release periods. The Pemigewasset River drains a 1,000-square-mile watershed extending into the White Mountains, providing opportunities for various skill levels depending on water conditions and your chosen paddling route.

Paddlers should note that Shaw Cove is one of several launch alternatives in the area, with Coolidge Woods and Profile Falls also offering nearby access points on the Pemigewasset River system. For the most current information on facility amenities, access fees, and seasonal availability, contact the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers or check their official recreation website.