Buford Dam Tailwater Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:49 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 — July 14
local timeNew Moon (0% illuminated). Peak fishing window — solunar theory puts fish most active around the new and full moon.
Location
Quick Facts: Buford Dam Tailwater Boat Ramp
| Location | Georgia |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Lake Sidney Lanier |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.7/5 (146 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 34.157889, -84.077219 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Forsyth County |
| Phone | (770) 945-1466 |
Buford Dam Tailwater Boat Ramp is a public boat launch providing access to Lake Sidney Lanier in Georgia at coordinates 34.15789, -84.07722. Rated 4.7/5 based on 146 Google reviews.
Buford Dam Tailwater Boat Ramp is a public boat launch on Lake Sidney Lanier in Forsyth County, Georgia. 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Buford Dam Tailwater Boat Ramp
Is Buford Dam Tailwater Boat Ramp free to use?
Yes, Buford Dam Tailwater Boat Ramp is a public boat launch with free access in Georgia.
How is Buford Dam Tailwater Boat Ramp rated?
Buford Dam Tailwater Boat Ramp has a 4.7 out of 5 rating based on 146 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Buford Dam Tailwater Boat Ramp access?
Buford Dam Tailwater Boat Ramp provides boat launch access to Lake Sidney Lanier in Georgia.
How do I get to Buford Dam Tailwater Boat Ramp?
Buford Dam Tailwater Boat Ramp is located at coordinates 34.157889, -84.077219 in Georgia. 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 Buford Dam Tailwater Boat Ramp includes 6 other public boat ramps within 4.3 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.