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    Electric motors only; slow, no-wake speed

    The 52-acre Locust Lake is popular for boating with:

    • Rowboats
    • Electric motorboats
    • Kayaks
    • Canoes
    • Paddleboards

    A boat launch is available.

    Boat Registration

    Motorboats must display a current boat registration.

    Non-powered boats must display one of the following:

    • Boat registration
    • Launching permit or mooring permit from Pennsylvania state parks -- available at most state park offices
    • Launching permit from the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission

    Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission regulations and laws apply.

    Boat Rental

    The seasonal boat rental concession offers:

    • Canoes
    • Kayaks
    • Paddle boards
    • Pedal boats
    • Row boats (with or without motor)