Access Site
NC
Fulcher's Landing Campground
Source: north_carolina_wildlife_resources_commission Updated 1 year ago
City: NC
County: Onslow
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 34.56438721, -77.38230305
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Location
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on New River
20 runs
There are no whitewater runs within 50 miles of this access site.
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Difficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
I-II
281 mi away
04. Claytor Dam to above McCoy Falls
26.0 mi
II
284 mi away
03.1 Barren Springs to Allisonia
5.4 mi
II
287 mi away
03.0 Foster Falls to Barren Springs
6.4 mi
I-II(III)
290 mi away
01. Stuart Dam (Route 58) to Fries (Route 94)
43.9 mi
I-III
289 mi away
02.0 Fries Dam to Byllesby Dam
7.2 mi
11 ft/mi
II-III
289 mi away
02.1 Byllesby Dam to Ivanhoe
4.2 mi
I-II
288 mi away
02.3 Austinville to Foster Falls
4.5 mi
II-III
288 mi away
02.4 Foster Falls
0.6 mi
I-II(III)
289 mi away
05. McCoy Falls to Eggleston
3.5 mi
I-II
291 mi away
02.2 Ivanhoe to Austinville
4.7 mi
I-II
292 mi away
06. Eggleston to Ripplemead
8.4 mi
4 ft/mi
I-II
297 mi away
07. Ripplemead to Pearisburg
8.4 mi
8 ft/mi
I-II+(III)
302 mi away
08. Pearisburg,VA to Glen Lyn, VA
9.6 mi
I-III
308 mi away
09. Glen Lyn, VA to Bull Falls Camping Area, WV
21.0 mi
5 ft/mi
I-III(IV)
322 mi away
10. Bluestone Dam to Sandstone
11.0 mi
10 ft/mi
I-III
328 mi away
11. Sandstone to McCreery
15.0 mi
9 ft/mi
II-III
342 mi away
12. McCreery to Thurmond
13.0 mi
8 ft/mi
I-III
345 mi away
13. Thurmond to Cunard
7.2 mi
III-IV
345 mi away
14. Cunard to Fayette Station
6.9 mi
20 ft/mi
III-IV
356 mi away
15. New River Dries: Hawks Nest Dam to Gauley Bridge
6.0 mi
18 ft/mi
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Sneads Ferry boat ramp provides access to the New River, a major river system in North Carolina with significant flow and volume. The New River at this location is a substantial waterway with an average flow of over 12,000 cubic feet per second and an average velocity of 5.37 feet per second, indicating moderate to strong current conditions. This is a well-established access point in Onslow County that serves the lower portion of the New River, approximately 2,040 miles from the river mouth.
Boaters using this ramp should be prepared for river conditions including current and tidal influence typical of coastal North Carolina rivers. The New River's stream order of 8 classifies it as a major river system capable of handling various boat types. The moderate gradient and consistent flow make this suitable for motorboats, kayaks, and canoes, though paddlers should have intermediate skills to handle the current. The proximity to Sneads Ferry indicates this is an established recreational access point with infrastructure supporting multiple user types.
Before launching, check current water conditions and be aware that as a major river system, the New River may experience tidal fluctuations and seasonal flow variations. The moderate velocity and substantial drainage area mean water levels and current strength can change with weather and upstream conditions.
Boaters using this ramp should be prepared for river conditions including current and tidal influence typical of coastal North Carolina rivers. The New River's stream order of 8 classifies it as a major river system capable of handling various boat types. The moderate gradient and consistent flow make this suitable for motorboats, kayaks, and canoes, though paddlers should have intermediate skills to handle the current. The proximity to Sneads Ferry indicates this is an established recreational access point with infrastructure supporting multiple user types.
Before launching, check current water conditions and be aware that as a major river system, the New River may experience tidal fluctuations and seasonal flow variations. The moderate velocity and substantial drainage area mean water levels and current strength can change with weather and upstream conditions.
Amenities
parking
restrooms