Located on Lake Norman in Sherrills Ford, 25.8 miles from Charlotte. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.9/5 across 612 Google reviews. Private facility — fees or membership may apply.
The 10 Best Boat Ramps Near Charlotte, NC (2026)
We ranked every boat ramp within 50 miles of Charlotte by real boater reviews. The top pick: Lake Norman Marina in Sherrills Ford, rated 4.9/5 from 612 Google reviews (25.8 miles out). 30+ launches mapped in the area, across 9 waterbodies.
Located on Lake Wylie in Island View Landing, 18.0 miles from Charlotte. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.8/5 across 128 Google reviews. Restricted access — check requirements before towing out.
Located on Haggins Branch, 22.1 miles from Charlotte. Rated 4.8/5 from 41 Google reviews. Public access.
Located on Lake Wylie in Tega Cay, 17.5 miles from Charlotte. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.7/5 across 134 Google reviews. Public access.
Located on Lake Wylie in South Point township, 10.7 miles from Charlotte. Rated 4.7/5 from 76 Google reviews. Public access.
Located on Lake Wylie in South Point township, 10.7 miles from Charlotte. Rated 4.7/5 from 76 Google reviews. Public access.
Located on Lake Norman in Webbs, 22.9 miles from Charlotte. Rated 4.7/5 from 18 Google reviews.
Located on the Vineyards On Lake in Belmont, 9.5 miles from Charlotte. Rated 4.7/5 from 6 Google reviews. Public access.
★ 4.7/5 (6)9.5 mi from Charlottethe Vineyards On Lakepublic accessDetails, conditions & directions →
Located on Lake Wylie in South Point township, 10.8 miles from Charlotte. Rated 4.7/5 from 3 Google reviews. Public access.
Located on Lake Wylie in Township 3, Steele Creek, 13.1 miles from Charlotte. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.6/5 across 377 Google reviews. Public access.
Complete Rankings: Top 25 Near Charlotte
| Rank | Name | City | Rating | Reviews | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lake Norman Marina | Sherrills Ford | 4.9/5 | 612 | 25.8 mi |
| 2 | Ebenezer Boat Ramp | Island View Landing | 4.8/5 | 128 | 18.0 mi |
| 3 | Catawba Nation Boat Launch | — | 4.8/5 | 41 | 22.1 mi |
| 4 | Cove Boat Ramp | Tega Cay | 4.7/5 | 134 | 17.5 mi |
| 5 | Southpoint Boat Ramp | South Point township | 4.7/5 | 76 | 10.7 mi |
| 6 | Southpoint Boat Ramp | South Point township | 4.7/5 | 76 | 10.7 mi |
| 7 | QC Ramp | Webbs | 4.7/5 | 18 | 22.9 mi |
| 8 | Kevin Loftin Park US 74 Ramp | Belmont | 4.7/5 | 6 | 9.5 mi |
| 9 | Boat Launch Rd | South Point township | 4.7/5 | 3 | 10.8 mi |
| 10 | Copperhead Island Boat Launch | Township 3, Steele Creek | 4.6/5 | 377 | 13.1 mi |
| 11 | Beatty's Ford Access | Catawba Springs township | 4.6/5 | 101 | 18.8 mi |
| 12 | Allison Creek Boat Ramp | — | 4.6/5 | 99 | 18.9 mi |
| 13 | Catawba River Access - Wylie Dam | Tega Cay | 4.5/5 | 271 | 16.9 mi |
| 14 | Hager Creek Access Area | Mooresville | 4.5/5 | 95 | 23.9 mi |
| 15 | Neck Road Boat Ramp | Township 11, Long Creek | 4.5/5 | 62 | 11.1 mi |
| 16 | Nivens Creek Landing | Tega Cay | 4.4/5 | 135 | 16.0 mi |
| 17 | Tega Cay Marina & Boat Rentals | Tega Cay | 4.4/5 | 126 | 17.2 mi |
| 18 | Mt Holly Boat Landing | Mount Holly | 4.4/5 | 73 | 10.4 mi |
| 19 | The Vineyards on Lake Wylie | Catawba Colony | 4.4/5 | 55 | 8.7 mi |
| 20 | Long Cove Marina & Yacht Club | Charlotte | 4.3/5 | 9 | 12.9 mi |
| 21 | Riverbend Boat Ramp | Mount Holly | 4.2/5 | 166 | 11.4 mi |
| 22 | Buster Boyd Boat Ramp | Lake Wylie | 4.2/5 | 141 | 14.0 mi |
| 23 | Terry's Marina | Charlotte | 4.1/5 | 30 | 13.1 mi |
| 24 | Ramsey Creek Boat Ramp | Cornelius | 4.0/5 | 14 | 16.7 mi |
| 25 | Wildlife Woods Campground | Sherrills Ford | 3.8/5 | 154 | 25.8 mi |
Charlotte Boat Ramp FAQ
What is the best boat ramp near Charlotte?▾
Lake Norman Marina in Sherrills Ford is the highest-rated boat ramp near Charlotte, with a 4.9/5 Google rating from 612 reviews, 25.8 miles from the city center on Lake Norman.
How many boat ramps are near Charlotte?▾
BoatLaunchMap tracks 30+ boat ramps within 50 miles of Charlotte, North Carolina. 15 of the top-rated launches offer public access.
What waterbodies can I launch on near Charlotte?▾
Top-rated launches near Charlotte put you on Lake Norman, Lake Wylie, Haggins Branch, the Vineyards On Lake, Allison Creek and 4 more waterbodies.