Kayak and canoe launches on Little Pee Dee River, South Carolina

19 launch sites on Little Pee Dee River from SC DNR Public Water Access. 4 are listed as hand, car-top or paddlecraft launches. 15 are trailer ramps.

Fees: 0 list no fee, 0 list a fee, 19 not verified. Each listing names its source; check it before you go.

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Carmichael’s Bridge /Heritage Trust Landing · Hand launch / carry-in
Fee not verified, check with the site owner 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.
Davis · Boat ramp (trailer)
Fee not verified, check with the site owner 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
None listed
- 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: SC DNR Public Water Access. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
Dillon County Park · Boat ramp (trailer)
Fee not verified, check with the site owner View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
Getting to the water
Dock or boarding float
None listed
- 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: SC DNR Public Water Access. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
Floydale Bridge · Boat ramp (trailer)
Fee not verified, check with the site owner View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
Getting to the water
Dock or boarding float
None listed
- 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: SC DNR Public Water Access. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
Fort Retch · Boat ramp (trailer)
Fee not verified, check with the site owner 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.
Gilcrest Landing · Hand launch / carry-in
Fee not verified, check with the site owner 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.
Highway 301 Landing · Hand launch / carry-in
Fee not verified, check with the site owner 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.
Huggins · Boat ramp (trailer)
Fee not verified, check with the site owner 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
None listed
- 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: SC DNR Public Water Access. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
Hughes · Boat ramp (trailer)
Fee not verified, check with the site owner 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
None listed
- 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: SC DNR Public Water Access. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
Joseph Holiday · Boat ramp (trailer)
Fee not verified, check with the site owner 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: SC DNR Public Water Access. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
Knife Island · Boat ramp (trailer)
Fee not verified, check with the site owner View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
Getting to the water
Dock or boarding float
None listed
- 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: SC DNR Public Water Access. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
Locust Tree · Boat ramp (trailer)
Fee not verified, check with the site owner View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
Getting to the water
Launch surface
Natural (dirt, sand or mud)
Dock or boarding float
None listed
- Natural bank (dirt, sand or mud): wear sandals or water shoes with grippy soles that stay on in mud. (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: SC DNR Public Water Access. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
Moccasins Bluff · Boat ramp (trailer)
Fee not verified, check with the site owner View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
Getting to the water
Dock or boarding float
None listed
- 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: SC DNR Public Water Access. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
Pitts · Boat ramp (trailer)
Fee not verified, check with the site owner 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
None listed
- 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: SC DNR Public Water Access. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
Punch Bowl · Boat ramp (trailer)
Fee not verified, check with the site owner 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: SC DNR Public Water Access. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
Red Bluff · Boat ramp (trailer)
Fee not verified, check with the site owner 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.
S-41/Huggins Bridge Landing · Hand launch / carry-in
Fee not verified, check with the site owner 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.
Sampson · Boat ramp (trailer)
Fee not verified, check with the site owner View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
Getting to the water
Dock or boarding float
None listed
- 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: SC DNR Public Water Access. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
Sandy Bluff · Boat ramp (trailer)
Fee not verified, check with the site owner 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: SC DNR Public Water Access. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

South Carolina 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.