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Shikellamy has two distinct areas. The Marina has a large marina, picnic tables and paved trails. The marina provides access to unlimited horesepower boating on Lake Augusta that is formed by an inflatable dam on the Susquehanna River.
The Blue Hill area is across the river from the Marina and provides panoramic views of the confluence of two branches of the Susquehanna River. Both areas of the park offer picnic tables, picnic pavilions, drinking water and restrooms.
The two overlooks on Blue Hill are located 360 feet above the river confluence. They offer spectacular views of Sunbury, Northumberland and surrounding areas. In the Marina, an observation platform provides a scenic view of the Lake Augusta.
Lake Augusta is a popular bass and walleye area. Other game fish found in the lake are muskellunge, black crappies, northern pike and catfish.
Paved paths encircle the Marina. A walk around the one-mile nature trail on Blue Hill will reveal that the park abounds with wildlife. Deer are often spotted. Wildflowers and fungi grow in abundance at different times of the year. Different forest stages can be seen, ranging from scrub forest to mature hardwood forest. Unique geologic formations are found in the park and on the eastern boundary cliff trail extension.
Lake Augusta averages six feet in depth and is a popular water-skiing area. 110 marina slips are available for seasonal leases from mid-May to the end of September. In addition, a small number of slips are available for transient boaters. Permits may be obtained from the park office. Daily rates are available.
The park has a boat launching area for transient boaters with 90 parking spaces available for trailer-pulling vehicles and 750 spaces for single vehicles. During the summer, a boat concession rents small motorboats, pontoons, canoes and rowboats. A restaurant in the park offers a complete menu.
Address:
Bridge Avenue
Sunbury, PA 17801
Phone: 570-988-5557
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