Hester's Resort & Marina
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:37 PM)
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Launch Light & Moon — July 24
local timeWaxing Gibbous (79% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Hester's Resort & Marina
| Location | Hester, South Carolina |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Richard B Russell Lake |
| Access Type | Private |
| Rating | 4.7/5 (69 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 34.051369, -82.593130 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Abbeville County |
| Phone | (270) 354-8280 |
Hester's Resort & Marina is a boat launch providing access to Richard B Russell Lake in Hester, South Carolina at coordinates 34.05137, -82.59313. Rated 4.7/5 based on 69 Google reviews.
Hester's Resort & Marina is a private boat launch on Richard B Russell Lake in Hester, Abbeville County, South Carolina. This is a private or restricted facility — confirm access requirements, fees, or membership before towing out. 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 Hester's Resort & Marina
Is Hester's Resort & Marina free to use?
Hester's Resort & Marina is a private facility. Contact the operator for access information.
How is Hester's Resort & Marina rated?
Hester's Resort & Marina has a 4.7 out of 5 rating based on 69 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Hester's Resort & Marina access?
Hester's Resort & Marina provides boat launch access to Richard B Russell Lake in Hester, South Carolina.
How do I get to Hester's Resort & Marina?
Hester's Resort & Marina is located at coordinates 34.051369, -82.593130 in Hester, South Carolina. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
Boater Reviews
Rented a party barge and it went well! Strong motor and solid equipment. The owner is right there working alongside his staff. Obviously loves the lake and its peoples.
This is long past due, A BIG THANK YOU TO BOB AND BRYAN FOR OUR STAY IN OCTOBER WHILE VISITING MY BROTHER AND SISTER IN LAW, OUR STAY WAS FOR 2 WEEKS, VERY SPACIOUS WELL STOCKED CABINS, CLEAN GROUNDS AND BEAUTIFUL SCENERY, THESE GENTLEMEN ARE ALWAYS WORKING AND AVAILABLE IF YOU NEED THEM, BEST VACATION MY WIFE AND I HAD, WILL DEFINITELY BE RETURNING, MAYBE IN 2024,TILL THEN MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL
We rented a pontoon for Labor Day, and it was one of the best experiences our family has ever had! The boat was very clean and ready to go as soon as we arrived. The gentleman working the counter was helpful and extremely friendly. We're already talking about coming back next summer!
We didn't stay at the hotel. We rented a pontoon for the day & it was so much fun! The employees were super friendly & helpful. We're going back again!!
Comfortable and convenient! Had a great boat slip with electricity. Bed was Comfortable. Fish cleaning station, though we didn't use it as much as we had hoped! Lol
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6 additional boat launches are located within 8.3 mi of Hester's Resort & Marina, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.