Shem Creek Boat Landing
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:30 PM)
- Tide
- 3.64 ft now
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Tide Conditions
Updated 4 hr agoSource: NOAA CO-OPS station 8665530 — Charleston · 2.9 mi from this ramp
Launch Light & Moon — June 22
local timeFirst Quarter (47% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Shem Creek Boat Landing
| Location | Mount Pleasant, South Carolina |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Shem Creek |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.4/5 (129 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 32.793038, -79.876718 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Charleston County |
| Tidal | Yes - check tide charts before launching |
Shem Creek Boat Landing is a public boat launch providing access to Shem Creek in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina at coordinates 32.79304, -79.87672. Rated 4.4/5 based on 129 Google reviews.
Shem Creek Boat Landing is a public boat launch on Shem Creek in Mount Pleasant, Charleston County, South 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 current NOAA tide readings, 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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Charleston County Parks & Recreation Information
- Waterbody
- Shem Creek
- Region
- Mount Pleasant
Information provided by Charleston County Parks & Recreation
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shem Creek Boat Landing
Is Shem Creek Boat Landing free to use?
Yes, Shem Creek Boat Landing is a public boat launch with free access in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina.
How is Shem Creek Boat Landing rated?
Shem Creek Boat Landing has a 4.4 out of 5 rating based on 129 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Shem Creek Boat Landing access?
Shem Creek Boat Landing provides boat launch access to Shem Creek in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina.
How do I get to Shem Creek Boat Landing?
Shem Creek Boat Landing is located at coordinates 32.793038, -79.876718 in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
Boater Reviews
Easy access to Shem Creek for boats or kayaks. Does get quite busy at times. There is 2 boat launch spots and a nice dock to tie up to while you go park your vehicle. Free parking spaces within a short walking distance, big enough for truck and trailer, but when it's nice out, they fill up fast! Pay to park lot just across the road next to trailer parking.
Place is currently under construction but google maps won’t accept my edit. Just wanted to let others know before you waste your time like I did.
Nice place to launch boats, kayaks or canoes. Parking spots fill up on weekends and holidays but there is a shopping center with plenty of spots within walking distance.
Great kayaking experience but expect traffic at boat ramp. Pull to right side to unload then drive to park while someone waits with gear. Not easiest access but worth it once on water.
Go early and leave late. DON'T GET IN THE WATER. If you don't believe me, look it up.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
Boaters have 6 other launch options within 6.9 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.