Buckhorn Lake & Shelter Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 6:27 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 — October 23
local timeWaxing Gibbous (93% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Buckhorn Lake & Shelter
| Location | Sims, North Carolina |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Buckhorn Reservoir |
| Access Type | Public |
| Rating | 4.7/5 (219 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 35.699715, -78.123561 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Wilson County |
| Phone | (252) 399-7530 |
Buckhorn Lake & Shelter is a boat launch providing access to Buckhorn Reservoir in Sims, North Carolina at coordinates 35.69971, -78.12356. Rated 4.7/5 based on 219 Google reviews.
Buckhorn Lake & Shelter is a boat launch on Buckhorn Reservoir in Sims, Wilson County, North Carolina. This page shows sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 5 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
Related: boat ramp near Sims • public launch in Wilson County • fishing access on Buckhorn Reservoir • North Carolina boat launch
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Frequently Asked Questions About Buckhorn Lake & Shelter
How is Buckhorn Lake & Shelter rated?
Buckhorn Lake & Shelter has a 4.7 out of 5 rating based on 219 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Buckhorn Lake & Shelter access?
Buckhorn Lake & Shelter provides boat launch access to Buckhorn Reservoir in Sims, North Carolina.
How do I get to Buckhorn Lake & Shelter?
Buckhorn Lake & Shelter is located at coordinates 35.699715, -78.123561 in Sims, 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
The area surrounding Buckhorn Lake & Shelter includes 5 other public boat ramps within 9.7 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.