Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:42 PM)
- Water level
- 8.19 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 29 min agoSource: USGS station 01533400 — Susquehanna River at Meshoppen, PA · 4.8 mi from Susquehanna River
Launch Light & Moon — June 22
local timeFirst Quarter (48% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Shady Nook
| Location | Hummelswharf, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Susquehanna River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 40.822920, -76.839315 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Snyder |
Shady Nook is a public boat launch providing access to Susquehanna River in Hummelswharf, Pennsylvania at coordinates 40.82292, -76.83931. Data published by Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PA PFBC).
Shady Nook is a public boat launch on Susquehanna River in Hummelswharf, Snyder 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 Shady Nook
Is Shady Nook free to use?
Yes, Shady Nook is a public boat launch with free access in Hummelswharf, Pennsylvania.
What water does Shady Nook access?
Shady Nook provides boat launch access to Susquehanna River in Hummelswharf, Pennsylvania.
How do I get to Shady Nook?
Shady Nook is located at coordinates 40.822920, -76.839315 in Hummelswharf, 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 Shady Nook includes 6 other public boat ramps within 4.7 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.