Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:59 PM)
- Water temp
- 69°F
- Water level
- 3.39 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 Lake Erie
Updated 44 min agoSource: USGS station 04213152 — Walnut Creek Upstream Pool, near Erie, PA · 22.8 mi from Lake Erie
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: Shades Beach
| Location | Harborcreek Township, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Lake Erie |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 42.190345, -79.966182 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Erie |
Shades Beach is a public boat launch providing access to Lake Erie in Harborcreek Township, Pennsylvania at coordinates 42.19035, -79.96618. Data published by Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PA PFBC).
Shades Beach is a public boat launch on Lake Erie in Harborcreek Township, Erie 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 Shades Beach
Is Shades Beach free to use?
Yes, Shades Beach is a public boat launch with free access in Harborcreek Township, Pennsylvania.
What water does Shades Beach access?
Shades Beach provides boat launch access to Lake Erie in Harborcreek Township, Pennsylvania.
How do I get to Shades Beach?
Shades Beach is located at coordinates 42.190345, -79.966182 in Harborcreek 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 Shades Beach includes 6 other public boat ramps within 6.1 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.