Lake Somerset boat launch
Lake Somerset
The Lake Somerset boat ramp is a concrete ramp that provides easy access to the water for boaters. It is 40 feet wide and can accommodate several boats at a time. The ramp has a gentle slope, making it easy to launch and retrieve boats of various sizes.
Lake Somerset is an artificial lake created by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in 1952. The lake covers an area of 507 acres and has a maximum depth of 50 feet. It is primarily used for fishing, boating, and other water-based activities.
The lake permits various types of watercraft, including motorboats, sailboats, canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards. However, there are certain restrictions on the use of motorized boats, such as a 25 horsepower limit and a no-wake zone near the shoreline.
The information provided is based on the latest available data as of September 2021. It is always advisable to check with local authorities or official websites for updates and changes regarding the boat ramp and watercraft regulations.
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 Lake Somerset -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Linn Run At Linn Run State Park Near Rector | 11 cfs | → |
| Casselman River At Markleton | 178 cfs | → |
| Stonycreek River At Ferndale | 302 cfs | → |
| Laurel Hill Creek At Ursina | 89 cfs | → |
| Youghiogheny River Below Confluence | 1,000 cfs | → |
| Youghiogheny River At Youghiogheny River Dam | 682 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest paddle runs, fishing spots, and other boat launches so you can extend a day on the water.
River runs
Nearby fishing
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 Lake Somerset as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Lake Somerset
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 Lake Somerset.