Boat Launch on Keuka Lake.

[Moosemaple]

Does anyone know if there is a public boat launch on the south end of Keuka lake, Hammondsport? I know there is a couple on the north end in Penn Yan.

[Pygmy]

There is not a public boat launch on the south end of Keuka..The state has tried to get access for one for many years, but has always been fought tooth and nail by the residents of Hammondsport, who consider Keuka THIER private pond. It's a damn travesty.

There is a launch at a motel in Hammondsport.. can't miss it..It's right on the southwest corner of the  main branch of the lake.. Costs you $10, is not very elaborate, not much parking and the proprietors are a pain in the ass. However, it's all you got.

The village of Hammondsport has a very nice launch for residents only..You buy a card for $30 or thereabouts for the whole year, but it doesn't do the general public much good.

The Town of Wayne has a primative launch on the east side near the bluff at Keuka Village...No charge, but a long alleyway to back down and very little parking.

Just south of Gibson's landing on the west side there is a small marina ( Jake's boat livery), but it is tight and parking is an issue.

Keuka State Park at Branchport has an excellent launch facility, as does Penn Yan on the tip of the east branch.

Other than that, I don't know much about Keuka Lake..

[Moosemaple]

Thank you Pygamy for all the information, I guess we will have to try the motel in Hammondsport, or motor down from Penn Yan or Branchort.

[Pygmy]

Glad to help, Moosie.  Good luck.  You planning to fish ?