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Blue Hole is a single-lane concrete boat ramp located on the southeast section of Richard B. Russell Lake near Calhoun Falls in Abbeville County, SC. The facility includes paved parking for approximately 20 vehicles with trailers, making it a modest-sized access point suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and recreational boaters. This ramp provides direct access to the scenic Rocky River section of the 26,650-acre impoundment.
The ramp's location below Richard B. Russell Dam makes it an ideal launching point for exploring the lower lake waters. As a quieter, less-developed access site compared to larger regional ramps, Blue Hole works well for paddlers seeking a more peaceful experience. Given its single-lane configuration, arrive early during peak weekends to avoid congestion. The area offers good opportunities for recreational paddling, fishing, and wildlife observation along the lake's wooded shoreline.