Kayak and canoe launches on Carters Lake, Georgia
7 launch sites on Carters Lake from Georgia DNR WRD Water Access. 1 are listed as hand, car-top or paddlecraft launches. 6 are trailer ramps.
Fees: 0 list no fee, 7 list a fee, 0 not verified. Each listing names its source; check it before you go.
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- Carters Lake Marina and Resort · Hand launch / carry-in
Entry: Fee charged (amount not listed) (Georgia DNR WRD Water Access, checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
Access details not published; check before you go.
- Dam Site · Boat ramp (trailer)
Entry: Fee charged (amount not listed) (Georgia DNR WRD Water Access, checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
Access details not published; check before you go.
- Doll Mountain Camping Area · Boat ramp (trailer)
Entry: Fee charged (amount not listed) (Georgia DNR WRD Water Access, checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Launch surface
- Concrete or paved
- Dock or boarding float
- Yes
- Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
- Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
- Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
Official fields: Georgia DNR WRD Water Access. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Doll Mountain Day Use Area · Boat ramp (trailer)
Entry: Fee charged (amount not listed) (Georgia DNR WRD Water Access, checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
Access details not published; check before you go.
- Ridgeway · Boat ramp (trailer)
Entry: Fee charged (amount not listed) (Georgia DNR WRD Water Access, checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
Access details not published; check before you go.
- Woodring Branch Camping Area · Boat ramp (trailer)
Entry: Fee charged (amount not listed) (Georgia DNR WRD Water Access, checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Launch surface
- Concrete or paved
- Dock or boarding float
- Yes
- Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
- Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
- Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
Official fields: Georgia DNR WRD Water Access. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Woodring Branch Day Use Area · Boat ramp (trailer)
Entry: Fee charged (amount not listed) (Georgia DNR WRD Water Access, checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
Access details not published; check before you go.
Georgia paddling rules
Registration, permits, life jackets and AIS stickers
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Data shown as published by the agency or mapped source; launch details and fees change, so check the official source before you go.