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Located in Havelock near Croatan National Forest, Slocum Creek Boat Ramp provides convenient public access to Southwest Prong Slocum Creek and Wolf Pit Branch. The launch area features two launching lanes with a courtesy dock, restrooms, and a picnic pavilion—making it a well-equipped facility for day trips. To find the ramp, head to the intersection of Church Road (Route 1773) and Tourist Center Drive in Havelock; the entrance is approximately 300 feet southeast on Church Road.
Southwest Prong Slocum Creek is a modest creek system spanning 4.26 miles with a gentle gradient of approximately 4.7 feet per mile. With average flows around 37 cubic feet per second and low velocity (1.05 ft/sec), the creek offers stable, manageable conditions suitable for kayaks and canoes. The waterway flows through the Atlantic Coastal Plain with minimal elevation change, making it accessible for paddlers of varying skill levels. The creek connects to larger water systems and is popular with anglers, particularly for shrimp and small game fish.
Flanners Beach Campground, located within 10 miles, offers nearby camping for those planning multi-day paddling trips in the area.