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Rattlesnake Rock Boat Ramp

Rattlesnake Rock Boat Ramp is a busy, well-developed access point on Pine Creek in the PA Grand Canyon featuring a large parking area, toilet facilities, and a boat launch for canoes, kayaks, and rafts.

Located at the southern end of Pine Creek Canyon near Blackwell, it serves as a popular take-out point for the 17-mile gorge float trip and provides access to the West Rim Trail for hiking.

The site experiences heavy use during spring paddling season and offers convenient logistics for multi-day canyon trips.


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