Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:01 PM)
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Launch Light & Moon — August 2
local timeWaning Gibbous (85% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Mattawamkeag River
| Location | Drew Township, Maine |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Mattawamkeag River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 45.565140, -68.151720 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Penobscot |
Mattawamkeag River is a public boat launch providing access to Mattawamkeag River in Drew Township, Maine at coordinates 45.56514, -68.15172. Data published by Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife (ME IFW).
Mattawamkeag River is a public boat launch on Mattawamkeag River in Drew Township, Penobscot County, Maine. 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 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 Mattawamkeag River
Is Mattawamkeag River free to use?
Yes, Mattawamkeag River is a public boat launch with free access in Drew Township, Maine.
What water does Mattawamkeag River access?
Mattawamkeag River provides boat launch access to Mattawamkeag River in Drew Township, Maine.
How do I get to Mattawamkeag River?
Mattawamkeag River is located at coordinates 45.565140, -68.151720 in Drew Township, Maine. 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 Mattawamkeag River includes 6 other public boat ramps within 15.5 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.