Highway 50 Boat Launch State Recreation Area
Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:33 PM
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Launch Light & Moon — June 24
local timeWaxing Gibbous (71% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Highway 50 Boat Launch State Recreation Area
| Location | Fayetteville city, North Carolina |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Smith Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.6/5 (85 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 35.142608, -78.930543 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Cumberland County |
| Phone | (984) 867-8000 |
Highway 50 Boat Launch State Recreation Area is a public boat launch providing access to Smith Lake in Fayetteville city, North Carolina at coordinates 35.14261, -78.93054. Rated 4.6/5 based on 85 Google reviews.
Highway 50 Boat Launch State Recreation Area is a public boat launch on Smith Lake in Fayetteville city, Cumberland 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 3 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Highway 50 Boat Launch State Recreation Area
Is Highway 50 Boat Launch State Recreation Area free to use?
Yes, Highway 50 Boat Launch State Recreation Area is a public boat launch with free access in Fayetteville city, North Carolina.
How is Highway 50 Boat Launch State Recreation Area rated?
Highway 50 Boat Launch State Recreation Area has a 4.6 out of 5 rating based on 85 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Highway 50 Boat Launch State Recreation Area access?
Highway 50 Boat Launch State Recreation Area provides boat launch access to Smith Lake in Fayetteville city, North Carolina.
How do I get to Highway 50 Boat Launch State Recreation Area?
Highway 50 Boat Launch State Recreation Area is located at coordinates 35.142608, -78.930543 in Fayetteville city, North Carolina. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
Boater Reviews
I am a kayaker, and I use this ramp mostly in the Fall, Winter and Spring to avoid times when there is a lot of motorized use. During those calm times, I really like to launch from this ramp because I can paddle up the narrow section of the lake, quite a ways down the lake - often 1hr there and 1hr back. During those times there is very limited competition to use the ramp - during busy days it is a bit overwhelming to use this ramp as a modest little kayaker. :-)
My go to ramp for falls lake. I have a fairly heavy cabin cruiser, and use a two wheel drive diesel truck. The ramps are not very steep, and even when wet, I have zero problems retrieving.
Very nice place to stop and watch the boats launch, take a hike, or bring your pet with you.
This is a great boat ramp. We went off-season so it was free. May use the free one 5 minutes up the street in season to avoid paying. The thing I like about here is it’s not too busy and the people who launch here are friendly and helpful. We are new at this and everyone was understanding. This place has a restroom on site.
Great boat launch. Never a wait.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
Boaters have 3 other launch options within 11.9 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.