Jackrabbit Recreation Area, Tusquitee Ranger District, Nantahala National Forest Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:52 PM — under 2h
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Launch Light & Moon — June 24
local timeWaxing Gibbous (74% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Jackrabbit Recreation Area, Tusquitee Ranger District, Nantahala National Forest
| Location | Hayesville, North Carolina |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Chatuge Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.6/5 (244 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 35.010963, -83.772485 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Clay |
| Phone | (828) 837-5152 |
Jackrabbit Recreation Area, Tusquitee Ranger District, Nantahala National Forest is a public boat launch providing access to Chatuge Lake in Hayesville, North Carolina at coordinates 35.01096, -83.77249. Rated 4.6/5 based on 244 Google reviews.
Jackrabbit Recreation Area, Tusquitee Ranger District, Nantahala National Forest is a public boat launch on Chatuge Lake in Hayesville, Clay 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 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jackrabbit Recreation Area, Tusquitee Ranger District, Nantahala National Forest
Is Jackrabbit Recreation Area, Tusquitee Ranger District, Nantahala National Forest free to use?
Yes, Jackrabbit Recreation Area, Tusquitee Ranger District, Nantahala National Forest is a public boat launch with free access in Hayesville, North Carolina.
How is Jackrabbit Recreation Area, Tusquitee Ranger District, Nantahala National Forest rated?
Jackrabbit Recreation Area, Tusquitee Ranger District, Nantahala National Forest has a 4.6 out of 5 rating based on 244 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Jackrabbit Recreation Area, Tusquitee Ranger District, Nantahala National Forest access?
Jackrabbit Recreation Area, Tusquitee Ranger District, Nantahala National Forest provides boat launch access to Chatuge Lake in Hayesville, North Carolina.
How do I get to Jackrabbit Recreation Area, Tusquitee Ranger District, Nantahala National Forest?
Jackrabbit Recreation Area, Tusquitee Ranger District, Nantahala National Forest is located at coordinates 35.010963, -83.772485 in Hayesville, North Carolina. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
Boaters have 6 other launch options within 5.2 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.