Lake Chillisquaque boating rules
Gas (internal-combustion) motors may not be run on Lake Chillisquaque; electric motors are allowed. Personal watercraft aren't allowed. Source: 58 Pa. Code §111.47(1). Verified Oct. 4, 2026.
- Motors
- Electric motors only
- Max horsepower
- Not applicable: only electric motors may be used.
- Electric boats
- No lake-specific electric rule listed
- PWCs
- PWCs not allowed
- Speed limits
- No mph limit listed
- Towing / skiing
- No lake-specific towing rule listed +3 more rules
- Paperwork
- Motorboats (gas or electric): registration required. PFBC: Register/Title a Boat A boat registered in its home state is fine while visiting. 58 Pa. Code §93.11(c)
- Boating Safety Education Certificate: required for PWCs, and for motors over 25 hp if born on or after Jan. 1, 1982. PFBC: Apply for a Boating Safety Education Certificate
- Unpowered boats: registration, a PFBC launch permit or a DCNR launch permit. PFBC: Launch Permit vs. Unpowered Boat Registration
- Ramps
- No PFBC-verified ramp listed — see agency notes
- Verified Oct. 4, 2026 · official text re-checked Nov. 1, 2026
Summary of 58 Pa. Code §111.47(1). The official text and posted signs control.
All rules for Lake Chillisquaque
Gas (internal-combustion) motors may not be operated.
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The operation of boats powered by internal combustion motors is prohibited.
No boating in Goose Cove.
Where: Goose Cove
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Boating is prohibited in Goose Cove.
No boating anywhere on the lake from March 15 through April 30.
Where: entire lake
Season: March 15 to April 30
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Boating is prohibited on the entire lake from March 15 through April 30.
Inflatable boats must be at least 7 feet long, of durable reinforced fabric, with two or more separate air chambers (not counting the floor).
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Inflatable boats shall be at least 7 feet in length, made of durable, reinforced fabric and have at least two separate buoyancy chambers exclusive of any inflatable floor or bottom.
Statewide rules that apply here
A personal watercraft is defined by its internal-combustion engine, so PWCs can't be used where those engines are banned.
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(1) Uses an internal combustion motor powering a water jet pump as its primary source of motive propulsion.
Chapter 111 bans gas motors here. Our sources do not list this lake as Fish and Boat Commission or DCNR water, so the statewide electric slow, no-wake rule (§107.2(1.1)) is not shown as applying; the statewide 100-foot slow, no-wake rule still applies.
We did not find a public access point for this lake in our sources. The rules still apply to anyone boating here.
Ramps
PFBC's access data lists no verified public ramp on this lake.
PFBC access data as of Aug. 27, 2026.
Before you go
Conditions change. Water levels, drawdowns, closures and algae advisories are posted by the agencies, not by us. Check before you leave:
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Questions
Can I use a gas motor on Lake Chillisquaque?
No. Only electric motors may be used. Source: 58 Pa. Code §111.47(1).
What is the horsepower limit on Lake Chillisquaque?
Not applicable: only electric motors may be used. Source: 58 Pa. Code §111.47(1).
Are personal watercraft (PWCs, often called jet skis) allowed on Lake Chillisquaque?
PWCs not allowed. Source: 58 Pa. Code §109.3(a)(1).
Is there a speed limit on Lake Chillisquaque?
No mph limit is listed for this lake. Statewide, boats must go slow, no-wake within 100 feet of shore, docks, launch ramps, swimmers and anchored boats. Source: 58 Pa. Code §103.3(a).
Do I need a permit to launch on Lake Chillisquaque?
Motorboats must be registered; unpowered boats at PFBC and state park or forest access areas need a registration or launch permit. Source: PFBC: Launch Permit vs. Unpowered Boat Registration.
Where can I launch on Lake Chillisquaque?
PFBC's access data lists no verified public ramp here.
Nearby lakes with the same motor rule
- Hunters Lake19.1 mi, straight-line
- Briar Creek Lake19.8 mi, straight-line
- McWilliams Reservoir23 mi, straight-line
- Kline's Reservoir24.5 mi, straight-line
- Lake Jean25.4 mi, straight-line
Sources & verification
- § 111.47. Montour County. — fetched Oct. 4, 2026, re-checked Nov. 1, 2026. The Pennsylvania Code website reflects changes effective through 56 Pa.B. 5370 (August 8, 2026).
- § 109.3. Personal watercraft. — fetched Oct. 4, 2026, re-checked Nov. 1, 2026. The Pennsylvania Code website reflects changes effective through 56 Pa.B. 5370 (August 8, 2026).
How to cite: PA Lake Rules Atlas, lakepennsylvania.org, Lake Chillisquaque boating rules, verified Oct. 4, 2026.
https://lakepennsylvania.org/lakes/lake-chillisquaque/
Verified Oct. 4, 2026 · official text re-checked Nov. 1, 2026