Location
Ramp Details
- Access
- ✓ Public Access
- Address
- 499 Choestoea Rd, Westminster, SC 29693, USA
- Coordinates
- 34.543141, -83.101962
About This Launch
in Oconee County, South Carolina, Choestoea Boat Ramp gives boaters a no-frills launch that gets the job done. Spanish moss give this launch its distinctive feel. The launch handles everything from kayaks to 20-footers without issue. Trailer parking is designated and clearly marked, keeping vehicles separate from active launching zones. Tournament anglers and casual fishermen coexist peacefully, each respecting the other's space and approach. Before heading out, check the weather forecast and tide data available on this page to time your launch properly. Local bait shops are listed on this page with distances, making it easy to stock up before you launch. Oconee County has the local resources you'll need for a successful day of boating. Boaters rate it 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Choestoea Boat Ramp free to use?
Most public boat ramps in South Carolina are free to use, though some may require a daily or annual pass. Check the amenities section above or contact local authorities for current fee information.
What are the hours of operation?
Many boat ramps are accessible 24/7, but it's best to launch during daylight hours for safety. Check for any posted signs or local regulations regarding operating hours.
Is parking available at this boat launch?
Most boat launches provide designated parking for vehicles with trailers. Parking availability may vary by season and time of day. Arrive early on weekends and holidays for the best parking options.
What's the best time to launch here?
Weekday mornings typically offer the least crowded conditions. For fishing, early morning and late afternoon often produce the best results. Check the tide information on this page to plan around favorable water levels.
Boater Reviews
Choestoe, this is a native American word, Algonquin I think. I will study up on it and post my findings. Meaning is where rabbits dance or dancing rabbits. I think that it is referring to spring time when you may see rabbits jump straight up in the air. I have seen them do this in spring at night when I caught them in my headlights. Anyhoo, the Choestoe area is very beautiful all times of the year. There is property there that is managed by the Department of Natural Resources and this property can be archery hunted during scheduled seasons for turkey and deer. This property although not technically Fants Grove property,it is listed as such in the DNR regulations. I Google earthed it last week so I could gauge a walk that I wanted to take. My dog Maggy and I parked near the boat ramp and went thru the woods to the first cove to the left of the boat ramp. We picked up a little litter along the way and went over a ridge and to the back of the long deep narrow cove which is the second cove to the left. We stepped out from under the canopy and I heard a woosh. Maggy heard this woosh and immediately was looking overhead. I have seen Osprey and even eagles dive for fish but only at a distance. The woosh was a very large Osprey that came down ,hit the water and went completely out of sight. It came to the surface,shook off a little and took flight with a small bass approximately 12 inches. This took place in a matter of seconds but I was so amazed that I can replay it perfectly in my mind. I had no idea that they hit the water so hard. It was a very nice walk around the shoreline and through the woods and by the food plots there. We picked back up with our litter pick up and got almost everything from the cove back to the ramp. You can't get it all but if we all get a little it makes an enormous difference. I encourage you to visit Choestoe boat ramp and if it's not hunting season take the time to at least walk the road bed that winds through the property. Be safe!
Very beautiful
Great boat ramp... Needs better security there at least patrol once or twice. And clean up the boat ramp. People are lazy and leave trash
Just your basic boat ramp in the middle of nowhere. Secluded would be more appropriate I guess. It does have a dock to park the boat while you park your vehicle.
Nice boat ramp. plenty of parking and an easy ramp to back a boat trailer down. Nice new loading and unloading dock.
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