Lions Lake boat launch
Lions Lake
However, some information can be determined based on the provided latitude and longitude coordinates. A boat ramp located at these coordinates is situated along the Swatara Creek in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania. This boat ramp is located within the Lions Club Park in the town of Jonestown.
Based on satellite imagery and user-submitted reviews, it appears that this boat ramp is a concrete ramp with a moderate slope leading down to the water. The ramp appears to be wide enough to accommodate trailers and multiple boaters at once. However, exact measurements of the width are not available.
The Swatara Creek is a tributary of the Susquehanna River, meaning that the Lions Lake boat ramp services both bodies of water. Boats with access to the Susquehanna River can launch from this boat ramp and access the Swatara Creek. The body of water near the boat ramp is relatively shallow and narrow, making it best suited for smaller watercraft such as canoes, kayaks, and small fishing boats.
In summary, while there is no definitive information available about a boat ramp specifically named "Lions Lake" in Pennsylvania, the provided coordinates lead to a boat ramp located on the Swatara Creek in the town of Jonestown. This ramp appears to be a concrete ramp with a moderate slope, and is wide enough to accommodate trailers. The body of water near the boat ramp services both the Swatara Creek and the Susquehanna River, and is best suited for smaller watercraft.
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 Lions Lake -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Quittapahilla Creek Near Bellegrove | 98 cfs | → |
| Swatara Creek At Harper Tavern | 229 cfs | → |
| Swatara Creek Near Inwood | 165 cfs | → |
| Swatara Creek Near Hershey | 351 cfs | → |
| Swatara Creek Near Pine Grove | 159 cfs | → |
| Conewago Creek Near Bellaire | 12 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 Lions Lake as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Lions 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 Lions Lake.