Wildlife Ramp (Salters Creek)

**Location & Access:**
Located in Sea Level, NC, the Salters Creek Boat Ramp is maintained by the North Carolina Wildlife Resource Commission at 200 Wildlife Ramp Road. This is a public launch facility providing access to Salters Creek and nearby coastal waters in Carteret County.

**Water Conditions & Paddling:**
Salters Creek is a small headwater stream approximately 3.5 miles long with minimal elevation change (only 3 feet total drop). With an average gradient of 0.9 ft/mile and modest flow rates (7.32 cubic feet/second average), this creek offers calm, slow-moving water ideal for beginner paddlers and recreational boaters. The creek's small drainage area (7 square miles) means water levels can fluctuate, so check conditions before launching. The creek connects to broader estuarine waters, giving paddlers access to multiple paddling routes in this Atlantic Coastal Plain region.

**Nearby Recreation & Amenities:**
The ramp provides convenient access to Cape Lookout National Seashore, located just 3 miles offshore via boat—perfect for paddlers interested in exploring barrier islands, wildlife viewing, and shelling. Cedar Island National Wildlife Refuge is also nearby. Several camping options exist in the area, including beach camping at South Core Banks and North Core Banks, and the reservable Great Island Cabin Camp. For additional boat launch facilities in the region, Oyster Creek Boat Ramp (near Davis) and Straits Landing (on Harkers Island) are alternative nearby access points.