Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:45 PM — under 2h
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Launch Light & Moon — July 23
local timeFirst Quarter (69% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Buffalo River (Launch 40)
| Location | Town of West Seneca, New York |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Buffalo River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 42.867223, -78.789848 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Erie |
Buffalo River (Launch 40) is a public boat launch providing access to Buffalo River in Town of West Seneca, New York at coordinates 42.86722, -78.78985. Data published by New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NY DEC).
Buffalo River (Launch 40) is a public boat launch on Buffalo River in Town of West Seneca, 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: Hand Launch, managed by: DEC. This page shows 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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Facilities & Amenities
| Ramp Surface | Hand Launch |
|---|---|
| Managed By | DEC |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Buffalo River (Launch 40)
Is Buffalo River (Launch 40) free to use?
Yes, Buffalo River (Launch 40) is a public boat launch with free access in Town of West Seneca, New York.
What water does Buffalo River (Launch 40) access?
Buffalo River (Launch 40) provides boat launch access to Buffalo River in Town of West Seneca, New York.
How do I get to Buffalo River (Launch 40)?
Buffalo River (Launch 40) is located at coordinates 42.867223, -78.789848 in Town of West Seneca, 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 4.0 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.