Access Site
SC
Saluda Shoals (Lower)
City: SC
County: Lexington
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 34.04338538, -81.16346659
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Run
I-III+(IV)
Put-in
Saluda - 4 - Lake Murray Dam to Broad/Congaree confluence
Current Conditions
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• 700.00-20000.00 cfs
Saluda River below Lake Murray DAM near Columbia, SC
Whitewater Runs on Saluda River
4 runs (1 nearby)Difficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site:
Put-in at this location
This location is on the run
Take-out at this location
Downstream from here Upstream from here
Downstream from here Upstream from here
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Saluda Shoals Park offers a well-developed boat access point on the Saluda River in Lexington County, featuring two boat ramps, a dedicated canoe launch, and ample paved parking. This is an ideal put-in for kayakers, canoeists, and motorized boaters looking to explore the Saluda River system. The park includes a decked overlook and miles of scenic nature trails along the riverbank, making it a good option for combined paddling and hiking trips.
A small day-use fee is required for park access. The facility is open from dawn to dusk and does not permit overnight parking. This location serves as a convenient starting point for paddling downstream, with additional access points available further downstream near Gardendale. The proximity to Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests makes this a gateway for exploring the broader recreational opportunities in the region.
A small day-use fee is required for park access. The facility is open from dawn to dusk and does not permit overnight parking. This location serves as a convenient starting point for paddling downstream, with additional access points available further downstream near Gardendale. The proximity to Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests makes this a gateway for exploring the broader recreational opportunities in the region.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests
Located within