Pitch Landing

The Pitch boat ramp in Conway offers convenient access to the Waccamaw River, a large, slow-moving waterway suitable for kayakers and canoeists. The facility features two boat ramps with a floating dock, unpaved parking lot, trash receptacles, and chemical toilet. A sandy beach area provides an additional launch option for paddlers, making this a flexible access point for various water craft and skill levels.

The Waccamaw River is a Class 7 large river with an average flow of approximately 1,971 cubic feet per second and a gentle gradient of 0.3 feet per mile, making it ideal for recreational paddling. With 145 miles to the ocean and minimal elevation change, the river maintains a calm, steady current averaging 2.3 feet per second. From this Conway location, paddlers can explore extensive wetland habitats, including proximity to the Waccamaw National Wildlife Refuge, which offers excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing and paddling through diverse ecosystems.