Hwy 72 Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:31 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 — August 1
local timeWaning Gibbous (90% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Hwy 72 Boat Ramp
| Location | Georgia |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Richard B Russell Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.5/5 (33 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 34.067170, -82.649672 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Elbert County |
Hwy 72 Boat Ramp is a public boat launch providing access to Richard B Russell Lake in Georgia at coordinates 34.06717, -82.64967. Rated 4.5/5 based on 33 Google reviews.
Hwy 72 Boat Ramp is a public boat launch on Richard B Russell Lake in Elbert 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 Hwy 72 Boat Ramp
Is Hwy 72 Boat Ramp free to use?
Yes, Hwy 72 Boat Ramp is a public boat launch with free access in Georgia.
How is Hwy 72 Boat Ramp rated?
Hwy 72 Boat Ramp has a 4.5 out of 5 rating based on 33 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Hwy 72 Boat Ramp access?
Hwy 72 Boat Ramp provides boat launch access to Richard B Russell Lake in Georgia.
How do I get to Hwy 72 Boat Ramp?
Hwy 72 Boat Ramp is located at coordinates 34.067170, -82.649672 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 Hwy 72 Boat Ramp includes 6 other public boat ramps within 6.8 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.