Sand Ford Access Boat Launch
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:46 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 — July 15
local timeNew Moon (0% illuminated). Peak fishing window — solunar theory puts fish most active around the new and full moon.
Location
Quick Facts: Sand Ford Access Boat Launch
| Location | Dunns Rock, North Carolina |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Carson Creek |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.9/5 (9 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 35.177926, -82.755127 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Transylvania County |
Sand Ford Access Boat Launch is a public boat launch providing access to Carson Creek in Dunns Rock, North Carolina at coordinates 35.17793, -82.75513. Rated 4.9/5 based on 9 Google reviews.
Sand Ford Access Boat Launch is a public boat launch on Carson Creek in Dunns Rock, Transylvania 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 Sand Ford Access Boat Launch
Is Sand Ford Access Boat Launch free to use?
Yes, Sand Ford Access Boat Launch is a public boat launch with free access in Dunns Rock, North Carolina.
How is Sand Ford Access Boat Launch rated?
Sand Ford Access Boat Launch has a 4.9 out of 5 rating based on 9 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Sand Ford Access Boat Launch access?
Sand Ford Access Boat Launch provides boat launch access to Carson Creek in Dunns Rock, North Carolina.
How do I get to Sand Ford Access Boat Launch?
Sand Ford Access Boat Launch is located at coordinates 35.177926, -82.755127 in Dunns Rock, North Carolina. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
Boater Reviews
Two single lane ramps that are both paved. The further west one of the two is handicap accessible. I have to say that I'm impressed with Missouri and the public launches here because I have not seen nearly as many, if any, back home that have similar features for people with limited mobility. Both ramps appear to be perpendicular to the current which will probably make loading a more difficult chore. The water level seemed at a mid-range and certainly it has been higher.
A nice boat ramp along the Meramec River close to Meramec Caverns campground. The large area near the entrance blooms beautifully in spring with Virginia Bluebells.
Great access to put in and take out your boat. They have 2 ramps.
You can see the bottom of river all the way across right now.
Great place to take off on your float.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
The area surrounding Sand Ford Access Boat Launch includes 6 other public boat ramps within 11.5 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.