Black Rock Canal Park Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:58 PM)
- Water level
- 2.41 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 Niagara River (upper)
Updated 27 min agoSource: USGS station 04218518 — ELLICOTT CREEK BELOW WILLIAMSVILLE NY · 9.8 mi from Niagara River (upper)
Launch Light & Moon — June 24
local timeWaxing Gibbous (75% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Black Rock Canal Park
| Location | Buffalo, New York |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Niagara River (upper) |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.4/5 (273 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 42.945377, -78.909382 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Erie County |
| Phone | (716) 352-7756 |
Black Rock Canal Park is a public boat launch providing access to Niagara River (upper) in Buffalo, New York at coordinates 42.94538, -78.90938. Data published by New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NY DEC). Rated 4.4/5 based on 273 Google reviews.
Black Rock Canal Park is a public boat launch on Niagara River (upper) in Buffalo, Erie County, New York. 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. Facility details on record include ramp surface: Hard Surface Launch, managed by: Municipal. 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.
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Related: boat ramp near Buffalo • public launch in Erie County • fishing access on Niagara River (upper) • New York boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Ramp Surface | Hard Surface Launch |
|---|---|
| Managed By | Municipal |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Black Rock Canal Park
Is Black Rock Canal Park free to use?
Yes, Black Rock Canal Park is a public boat launch with free access in Buffalo, New York.
How is Black Rock Canal Park rated?
Black Rock Canal Park has a 4.4 out of 5 rating based on 273 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Black Rock Canal Park access?
Black Rock Canal Park provides boat launch access to Niagara River (upper) in Buffalo, New York.
How do I get to Black Rock Canal Park?
Black Rock Canal Park is located at coordinates 42.945377, -78.909382 in Buffalo, New York. 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 2.4 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.