Bucksville

Bucksville is a Horry County-managed access point on the Waccamaw River, a large, slow-moving waterway suitable for recreational paddling and boating. The ramp features two launching lanes, a courtesy dock, and parking for six boat trailers. The facility sits on approximately 1/4 acre and has no restroom facilities on-site. This location provides a convenient entry point to explore the lower Waccamaw River.

The Waccamaw River at this location is a mature, low-gradient waterway with an average flow of about 1,970 cubic feet per second and a gentle slope of 0.3 feet per mile. Paddlers can expect calm, meandering sections typical of coastal plain rivers. The river flows toward the Atlantic Ocean approximately 145 miles downstream. Nearby paddlers may also be interested in exploring the Waccamaw National Wildlife Refuge, which protects significant wetland habitats along the river system, offering opportunities for wildlife viewing and nature-based paddling experiences.