Rose Valley Lake boat launch
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Rose Valley Lake
According to the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, the Rose Valley Lake boat ramp is 24 feet wide. It is a single-lane ramp, suitable for launching and retrieving small boats and watercraft.
Rose Valley Lake is a 389-acre lake situated in the Bald Eagle State Forest in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. The lake is a popular destination for fishing, boating, and other outdoor activities. It is stocked with a variety of fish species, including trout, bluegill, perch, and bass.
The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission regulates the types of watercraft allowed on Rose Valley Lake. Motorized boats are permitted, but the lake has a 20 horsepower limit. Personal watercraft like jet skis are not allowed on the lake.
In conclusion, the Rose Valley Lake boat ramp is a 24-foot-wide concrete ramp that provides access to Rose Valley Lake in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. The lake is suitable for small boats and watercraft, with a 20 horsepower limit for motorized boats. Personal watercraft like jet skis are not allowed on the lake.
Plan your launch down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around Rose Valley Lake -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Lycoming Creek Near Trout Run | 29 cfs | → |
| Loyalsock Creek At Loyalsockville | 118 cfs | → |
| Wb Susquehanna River At Williamsport | 5,460 cfs | → |
| Blockhouse Creek Near English Center | 8 cfs | → |
| Wb Susquehanna River At Jersey Shore | 4,880 cfs | → |
| Pine Creek Bl L Pine Creek Near Waterville | 652 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest paddle runs, fishing spots, and other boat launches so you can extend a day on the water.
Boating safety & etiquette
- Check the conditions before you launch
- Use the streamflow numbers, weather, and wind forecast on this page. High-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
- Wear your life jacket
- Statistically the single biggest survival factor in a boating incident. State law often requires one per passenger.
- File a float plan
- Tell someone on shore your put-in, take-out, and expected return time. Especially for multi-day or remote trips.
- Yield at the ramp
- Prep gear in the parking lot, not on the ramp. Launch and clear quickly so others can use the lane.
- Clean, drain, dry
- Inspect, clean, drain and dry your boat between waters to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Rose Valley Lake as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Rose Valley Lake
Can I launch a motorboat here?
Most Snoflo-tracked launches support motorboats; check the operator for any horsepower restrictions, paddle-only zones, or seasonal closures.
How fresh is the streamflow data?
USGS streamgauges report continuously (every 15 minutes); the table on this page pulls the latest reading at page load.
Is there a fee?
Many federal and state boat launches charge a day-use fee. Check the operator's site before driving out.
What boat is right for these conditions?
Use the nearby streamflow numbers and river-run panel on this page to gauge current conditions. Wider, slower water is friendly for casual paddling and powerboats; high-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this launch, set a threshold (discharge, wind), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other launches near here
Snoflo-tracked boat launches within driving distance of Rose Valley Lake.