Black Bear Boat Ramp - Lake James
Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:47 PM
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Launch Light & Moon — June 24
local timeWaxing Gibbous (72% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Black Bear Boat Ramp - Lake James
| Location | Marion, North Carolina |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Black Bear - Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.6/5 (105 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 35.748462, -81.967118 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | McDowell County |
Black Bear Boat Ramp - Lake James is a public boat launch providing access to Black Bear - Lake in Marion, North Carolina at coordinates 35.74846, -81.96712. Rated 4.6/5 based on 105 Google reviews.
Black Bear Boat Ramp - Lake James is a public boat launch on Black Bear - Lake in Marion, McDowell County, North 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 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
Related: boat ramp near Marion • public launch in McDowell County • fishing access on Black Bear - Lake • North Carolina boat launch
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Frequently Asked Questions About Black Bear Boat Ramp - Lake James
Is Black Bear Boat Ramp - Lake James free to use?
Yes, Black Bear Boat Ramp - Lake James is a public boat launch with free access in Marion, North Carolina.
How is Black Bear Boat Ramp - Lake James rated?
Black Bear Boat Ramp - Lake James has a 4.6 out of 5 rating based on 105 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Black Bear Boat Ramp - Lake James access?
Black Bear Boat Ramp - Lake James provides boat launch access to Black Bear - Lake in Marion, North Carolina.
How do I get to Black Bear Boat Ramp - Lake James?
Black Bear Boat Ramp - Lake James is located at coordinates 35.748462, -81.967118 in Marion, North 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
Boaters have 6 other launch options within 7.7 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.