This hand launch facility on Lower Saranac Lake's Ampersand Bay offers parking for 12 cars and serves as a popular access point for paddling and boating on the scenic Lower Saranac Lake.

The location is part of a historic paddling route known for spectacular island scenery and wildlife viewing opportunities, with the launch providing easy access to approximately 4 miles of flat water paddling toward State Bridge.

Note that Eurasian Watermilfoil and Curly-leaf Pondweed are present in this waterbody.