R. Shaefer Heard Park Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:52 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 — June 24
local timeFirst Quarter (69% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: R. Shaefer Heard Park
| Location | West Point, Georgia |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | West Point Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.6/5 (1073 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 32.928049, -85.162995 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Troup |
| Phone | (706) 645-2404 |
R. Shaefer Heard Park is a public boat launch providing access to West Point Lake in West Point, Georgia at coordinates 32.92805, -85.16300. Rated 4.6/5 based on 1073 Google reviews.
R. Shaefer Heard Park is a public boat launch on West Point Lake in West Point, Troup 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 R. Shaefer Heard Park
Is R. Shaefer Heard Park free to use?
Yes, R. Shaefer Heard Park is a public boat launch with free access in West Point, Georgia.
How is R. Shaefer Heard Park rated?
R. Shaefer Heard Park has a 4.6 out of 5 rating based on 1073 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does R. Shaefer Heard Park access?
R. Shaefer Heard Park provides boat launch access to West Point Lake in West Point, Georgia.
How do I get to R. Shaefer Heard Park?
R. Shaefer Heard Park is located at coordinates 32.928049, -85.162995 in West Point, 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 R. Shaefer Heard Park includes 6 other public boat ramps within 5.5 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.