Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:58 PM)
- Water temp
- 74°F
- Water level
- 2.62 ft
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Water Conditions on Shenango River Lake
Updated 31 min agoSource: USGS station 03103500 — Shenango River at Sharpsville, PA · 2.8 mi from Shenango River Lake
Launch Light & Moon — June 23
local timeFirst Quarter (65% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Big Bend Boat Launch
| Location | Jefferson Township, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Shenango River Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 41.284867, -80.320690 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Mercer County |
Big Bend Boat Launch is a public boat launch providing access to Shenango River Lake in Jefferson Township, Pennsylvania at coordinates 41.28487, -80.32069. Data published by Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PA PFBC).
Big Bend Boat Launch is a public boat launch on Shenango River Lake in Jefferson Township, Mercer County, Pennsylvania. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows live USGS water level and temperature, sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
Related: boat ramp near Jefferson Township • public launch in Mercer County • fishing access on Shenango River Lake • Pennsylvania boat launch
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Frequently Asked Questions About Big Bend Boat Launch
Is Big Bend Boat Launch free to use?
Yes, Big Bend Boat Launch is a public boat launch with free access in Jefferson Township, Pennsylvania.
What water does Big Bend Boat Launch access?
Big Bend Boat Launch provides boat launch access to Shenango River Lake in Jefferson Township, Pennsylvania.
How do I get to Big Bend Boat Launch?
Big Bend Boat Launch is located at coordinates 41.284867, -80.320690 in Jefferson Township, Pennsylvania. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
Boaters have 6 other launch options within 5.8 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.