Highway 184

The Highway 184 access point provides public boat launch facilities near the upper reaches of Lake Secession in Abbeville County. This one-lane, paved boat ramp offers a straightforward entry point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats accessing the lake's 1,425 acres of water across its 52.28 miles of shoreline. The ramp is located south of Calhoun Falls, below Richard B. Russell Dam, making it ideal for paddlers seeking a quieter, upper-lake experience away from the main body of water.

Lake Secession is a scenic destination for both recreational paddling and fishing, particularly known for seasonal white bass fishing in the spring headwaters. The upper lake area accessed here offers calmer, sheltered paddling conditions suitable for beginners and families. Paved parking is available at the site, and the single-lane ramp can accommodate various craft sizes, though paddlers should plan their launch times during off-peak hours to avoid congestion with motorboat traffic.