Access Site
SC
River Bend
City: SC
County: Oconee
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 34.49602339, -83.02038419
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Coneross Creek near Seneca, SC
6.7 mi away
Chauga River above Westminster, SC
9.4 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
About This Access Site
River Bend is a public boat launch providing access to Hartwell Lake and Fair Play Creek in Oconee County, South Carolina. Located in the Piedmont region near the Appalachian Mountains, this ramp offers a convenient entry point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats looking to explore one of the nation's most popular Army Corps of Engineers reservoirs. The ramp is open year-round for boat launching, making it accessible in all seasons.
Hartwell Lake itself is a substantial impoundment ideal for various water activities, with calm waters suitable for paddlers of different skill levels. From River Bend, paddlers can explore Fair Play Creek as it feeds into the main lake body. The site is located in a scenic area with nearby recreational opportunities typical of the Piedmont landscape. Note that while the boat ramp operates year-round, the associated park area is typically open seasonally (April through early September), so check current conditions and any facility availability before your visit.
Hartwell Lake itself is a substantial impoundment ideal for various water activities, with calm waters suitable for paddlers of different skill levels. From River Bend, paddlers can explore Fair Play Creek as it feeds into the main lake body. The site is located in a scenic area with nearby recreational opportunities typical of the Piedmont landscape. Note that while the boat ramp operates year-round, the associated park area is typically open seasonally (April through early September), so check current conditions and any facility availability before your visit.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Hartwell Lake
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