Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:41 PM)
- Water level
- 8.35 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 Susquehanna River
Updated 17 min agoSource: USGS station 01533400 — Susquehanna River at Meshoppen, PA · 4.8 mi from Susquehanna River
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: Fort Hunter Access
| Location | Middle Paxton Township, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Susquehanna River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 40.343518, -76.911304 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Dauphin County |
Fort Hunter Access is a public boat launch providing access to Susquehanna River in Middle Paxton Township, Pennsylvania at coordinates 40.34352, -76.91130. Data published by Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PA PFBC).
Fort Hunter Access is a public boat launch on Susquehanna River in Middle Paxton Township, Dauphin 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fort Hunter Access
Is Fort Hunter Access free to use?
Yes, Fort Hunter Access is a public boat launch with free access in Middle Paxton Township, Pennsylvania.
What water does Fort Hunter Access access?
Fort Hunter Access provides boat launch access to Susquehanna River in Middle Paxton Township, Pennsylvania.
How do I get to Fort Hunter Access?
Fort Hunter Access is located at coordinates 40.343518, -76.911304 in Middle Paxton 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
The area surrounding Fort Hunter Access includes 6 other public boat ramps within 5.5 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.