Bates Landing
Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:36 PM
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Launch Light & Moon — June 21
local timeFirst Quarter (42% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Bates Landing
| Location | South Carolina |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Fork Swamp |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.3/5 (31 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 33.753393, -80.645249 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Richland County |
Bates Landing is a public boat launch providing access to Fork Swamp in South Carolina at coordinates 33.75339, -80.64525. Rated 4.3/5 based on 31 Google reviews.
Bates Landing is a public boat launch on Fork Swamp in Richland County, South Carolina. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 4 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bates Landing
Is Bates Landing free to use?
Yes, Bates Landing is a public boat launch with free access in South Carolina.
How is Bates Landing rated?
Bates Landing has a 4.3 out of 5 rating based on 31 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Bates Landing access?
Bates Landing provides boat launch access to Fork Swamp in South Carolina.
How do I get to Bates Landing?
Bates Landing is located at coordinates 33.753393, -80.645249 in South Carolina. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
4 additional boat launches are located within 13.4 mi of Bates Landing, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.