City: Airville, PA
County: York County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 39.87262000, -76.38023000
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Location
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Susquehanna River
2 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
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III+
Downstream from here (4.1 mi to put-in)
3.) Holtwood
1.1 mi
5 ft/mi
II(IV)
Upstream from here (14.6 mi from take-out)
2.) Marietta to Columbia
1.9 mi
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
York Furnace is a boat ramp and access point located in Airville where Furnace Road meets Indian Steps Road along the Susquehanna River in southern York County. This site serves as part of the 53-mile Susquehanna River Water Trail – Lower Section, managed by Susquehanna Heritage. The access area includes an interpretive panel highlighting the river's history and physical characteristics, making it a good spot to learn about the region's heritage while accessing the water.
The ramp has a slightly steep entrance, and Furnace Road's winding approach should be noted when planning vehicle access. Paddlers and boaters using this site should check current conditions through the Lower Susquehanna River Hotline at 1-844-430-FLOW (3569) or contact Brookfield Renewable at Inquiries.PA@brookfieldrenewable.com, as water levels and conditions can vary. The site offers scenic river views and is a convenient launch point for exploring this section of the Susquehanna River by kayak, canoe, or motorboat.
The ramp has a slightly steep entrance, and Furnace Road's winding approach should be noted when planning vehicle access. Paddlers and boaters using this site should check current conditions through the Lower Susquehanna River Hotline at 1-844-430-FLOW (3569) or contact Brookfield Renewable at Inquiries.PA@brookfieldrenewable.com, as water levels and conditions can vary. The site offers scenic river views and is a convenient launch point for exploring this section of the Susquehanna River by kayak, canoe, or motorboat.
Amenities
parking