North Shore Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (9:02 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 2
local timeWaning Gibbous (85% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: North Shore Boat Ramp
| Location | Fort Thompson, South Dakota |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Lake Sharpe |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.8/5 (12 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 44.073066, -99.503148 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Buffalo |
North Shore Boat Ramp is a public boat launch providing access to Lake Sharpe in Fort Thompson, South Dakota at coordinates 44.07307, -99.50315. Rated 4.8/5 based on 12 Google reviews.
North Shore Boat Ramp is a public boat launch on Lake Sharpe in Fort Thompson, Buffalo County, South Dakota. 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 North Shore Boat Ramp
Is North Shore Boat Ramp free to use?
Yes, North Shore Boat Ramp is a public boat launch with free access in Fort Thompson, South Dakota.
How is North Shore Boat Ramp rated?
North Shore Boat Ramp has a 4.8 out of 5 rating based on 12 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does North Shore Boat Ramp access?
North Shore Boat Ramp provides boat launch access to Lake Sharpe in Fort Thompson, South Dakota.
How do I get to North Shore Boat Ramp?
North Shore Boat Ramp is located at coordinates 44.073066, -99.503148 in Fort Thompson, South Dakota. 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 North Shore Boat Ramp includes 6 other public boat ramps within 4.1 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.