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Shumans Lake boating rules

Sullivan County · Managed by Pennsylvania Game Commission (State game lands, per PFBC access data)

Shumans Lake is on State game lands: no gas motors, and electric motors only at slow, no-wake unless the water is posted closed to motors. Personal watercraft aren't allowed. Source: 58 Pa. Code §135.41(c)(8). Verified Oct. 4, 2026.

Electric motors only
Motors
Electric motors only
Max horsepower
Not applicable: only electric motors may be used.
Electric boats
Slow, no-wake only
PWCs
PWCs not allowed
Speed limits
No mph limit listed
Towing / skiing
No lake-specific towing rule listed
Paperwork
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 §135.41(c)(8). The official text and posted signs control.

All rules for Shumans Lake

  • On State game lands: no gas motors; electric motors only at slow, no-wake, unless the water is posted closed to boats or to all motors.

    58 Pa. Code §135.41(c)(8) · Verified Oct. 4, 2026 · re-checked Nov. 1, 2026

    Read the exact wording
    Use a boat propelled by a motor or operate a boat in excess of slow, no wake speed. Boats propelled by electric motors are authorized for use on waterways when operated at slow, no-wake speed unless the waterway is otherwise posted closed to all boats or all boats propelled by a motor.

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.

    58 Pa. Code §109.3(a)(1) · Verified Oct. 4, 2026 · re-checked Nov. 1, 2026

    Read the exact wording
    (1) Uses an internal combustion motor powering a water jet pump as its primary source of motive propulsion.

Ramps

N0.1 mi
Simplified outline from PFBC lake data. Not for navigation.

PFBC's access data lists no verified public ramp on this lake.

+1 carry-in access points (see PFBC's map).

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:

Questions

Can I use a gas motor on Shumans Lake?

No. Only electric motors may be used. Source: 58 Pa. Code §135.41(c)(8).

What is the horsepower limit on Shumans Lake?

Not applicable: only electric motors may be used. Source: 58 Pa. Code §135.41(c)(8).

Are personal watercraft (PWCs, often called jet skis) allowed on Shumans Lake?

PWCs not allowed. Source: 58 Pa. Code §109.3(a)(1).

Is there a speed limit on Shumans Lake?

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 Shumans Lake?

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 Shumans Lake?

PFBC's access data lists no verified public ramp here.

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Sources & verification

  • § 135.41. State game lands. — 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, Shumans Lake boating rules, verified Oct. 4, 2026.

https://lakepennsylvania.org/lakes/shumans-lake/
Verified Oct. 4, 2026 · official text re-checked Nov. 1, 2026