Are boat ramps in Georgia free?

Many boat ramps in Georgia are free, especially those managed by state parks or the Army Corps of Engineers. Some may charge a launch fee.

How do I find boat ramps near me in Georgia?

Use RampSeeker to browse all 730 boat ramps in Georgia by city. Each listing includes a map and directions.

Many public boat ramps are free, especially those run by state parks, Army Corps of Engineers, or county agencies. Some charge $5-15 per launch or require an annual pass.

Do you need a permit to use a boat ramp?

Most public boat ramps do not require a special permit. You need a valid boat registration and in some states a launch pass. Check local regulations before launching.

What time do boat ramps open?

Most public boat ramps are open 24 hours. Some state park ramps follow park hours, typically dawn to dusk. Pay ramps may have limited hours for fee collection.

Can you launch a kayak at a boat ramp?

Yes, most boat ramps accommodate kayaks and canoes. Some ramps have dedicated kayak launch areas. Smaller paddlecraft can also use informal put-ins and shoreline access points.

Georgia Boat Ramp Directory

Every Boat Ramp in Georgia

Q: How many boat ramps are in Georgia?

There are 730 boat ramps in Georgia. RampSeeker has mapped every public boat launch across the state.

730+ boat ramps across 20 lakes and waterways. Lake Lanier (11M visitors/year), mountain lakes, coastal Golden Isles. 400,000+ registered boats.

Georgia offers 730+ public boat ramps across its waterways. From Lake Lanier, Lake Oconee, and the Georgia coast, the state provides excellent access for boaters, anglers, and kayakers. Popular catches include bass, catfish, and redfish. Learn how to launch safely.

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Georgia Lakes & Waterways

Lake Lanier

Gainesville, Buford, Cumming

38,000 acres160 ft deep

Lake Hartwell

Hartwell, Lavonia, Royston

56,000 acres165 ft deep

Clarks Hill Lake

Evans, Thomson, Lincolnton

71,100 acres130 ft deep

Chattahoochee River

Atlanta, Roswell, Columbus

40 ft deep

Savannah Coast

Savannah, Tybee Island, Richmond Hill

60 ft deep

Lake Allatoona

Cartersville, Acworth, Canton

12,010 acres140 ft deep

Savannah River

Augusta, Savannah

45 ft deep

Lake Sinclair

Milledgeville, Eatonton

15,330 acres65 ft deep

Golden Isles

Brunswick, St. Simons Island, Jekyll Island

50 ft deep

Carters Lake

Ellijay, Chatsworth

3,200 acres450 ft deep

Lake Blue Ridge

Blue Ridge, Morganton

3,290 acres160 ft deep

Altamaha River

Jesup, Baxley, Hazlehurst

25 ft deep

Lake Burton

Clayton, Clarkesville

2,775 acres130 ft deep

Lake Rabun

Lakemont, Tiger

834 acres105 ft deep

Lake Oconee

Greensboro, Eatonton, Madison

19,050 acres116 ft deep

West Point Lake

LaGrange, West Point

25,900 acres88 ft deep

Lake Seminole

Bainbridge, Donalsonville

37,500 acres33 ft deep

Lake Blackshear

Cordele, Warwick

8,700 acres30 ft deep

Walter F. George Lake (Georgia Side)

Fort Gaines, Georgetown

45,000 acres90 ft deep

Flint River

Albany, Americus, Thomaston

25 ft deep

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Jasper County

4 ramps

Chatham County

3 ramps

Hall County

2 ramps

Fannin County

1 ramp

Pickens County

1 ramp

Peachtree City

1 ramp

Johns Creek

1 ramp

Baldwin County

1 ramp

Ben Hill County

1 ramp

Coffee County

1 ramp

Cook County

1 ramp

Elbert County

1 ramp

Jeff Davis County

1 ramp

East Dublin

1 ramp

McDuffie County

1 ramp

North Augusta

1 ramp

All 730 Georgia Boat Ramps

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Abbotts Bridge Ramp

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Abercorn Creek Boat Ramp

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Amerson River Park Boat Launch

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Apple Island Boat Ramp

Georgia

Asbury Access

Georgia

Azalea Boat Launch

Georgia

Battery Way Boat Ramp

Georgia

Baughman'S Landing

Georgia

Baurle Boat Ramp At Lock And Dam Park

Georgia

Beatty'S Bridge Boat Ramp

Georgia

Beech Springs Landing Kayak Launch

Georgia

Boat Ramp With Dock

Georgia

Bobcat Landing

Georgia

Bolding Mill Boat Ramp

Georgia

Brabham'S Landing

Georgia

Camp Creek Boat Ramp

Georgia

Carson Park

Georgia

Carters Lake Boat Ramp

Georgia

Catawba Riverkeeper Fish Camp

Georgia

Catfish Bay Ramp

Georgia

Cherokee Boat Ramp

Georgia

Choestoea Boat Ramp

Georgia

City Of Cartersville Leake Mounds KayakCanoe Launch

Georgia

Claude'S Landing

Bamberg County

Cohen'S Bluff Landing

Georgia

Dartmouth Ramp

Georgia

Dawson Landing

Georgia

Denver Boat Ramp

Georgia

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Tips for Boating in Georgia

✓ Georgia requires all motorized boats to be registered before launching at any public ramp.
✓ A fishing license is required for anyone 16+ fishing from a boat in Georgia.
✓ Life jackets are required for all children under 13 on any watercraft in Georgia.
✓ Most public ramps are first-come, first-served — arrive early on weekends and holidays.
✓ Practice good ramp etiquette: prep in the parking area, not on the ramp.

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Georgia Boating FAQ

How many boat ramps are in Georgia?

RampSeeker lists 730+ boat ramps across Georgia, from mountain lakes to the Golden Isles coast.

What are the best fishing lakes in Georgia?

Lake Lanier is the most visited lake in America with excellent spotted bass. Clarks Hill Lake is the largest Army Corps lake east of the Mississippi. Lake Hartwell and Lake Oconee offer trophy striped bass. Carters Lake is the deepest in the state with walleye and trout. The Savannah Coast and Golden Isles provide world-class redfish and speckled trout.

Do I need a boating license in Georgia?

Georgia requires anyone born on or after January 1, 1998 to complete a Boat Georgia course. All motorized boats must be registered with the GA DNR.

Do I need a boating license in Georgia?

Georgia requires a boating safety education certificate for boat operators. Check with the state's wildlife agency for specific age and horsepower requirements.

When is the best time to boat in Georgia?

Peak boating season in Georgia runs from May through October, but many waterways are accessible year-round. Spring and fall offer less crowded conditions and excellent fishing.

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