Steve Powell Wildlife Management Area (Swan Island) is accessed via ferry service from Richmond on the Kennebec River, with scheduled arrival times at 9:15 a. m. , 11:15 a. m. , 1:15 p. m. , or 3:15 p. m.

The area offers camping in Adirondack shelters (limited to 3 consecutive nights), day-use picnicking, and canoe/kayak rentals, with modern bathroom facilities and water available.

Day-use visitors arriving by their own canoe or kayak do not require reservations, though overnight campers must reserve in advance; note that tidal fluctuations of 5-7 feet make small boats challenging, and all swimming and water access is at your own risk.