Access Site
SC
Stokes Bluff
Source: south_carolina_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago
City: Garnett, SC
County: Hampton County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 32.55740236, -81.28438349
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Savannah River
1 run
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
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
**Location & Access**
Stokes Bluff Boat Ramp is located on Stokes Bluff Road near Garnett in Hampton County, SC, providing access to the Savannah River. This is a public boat launch serving the lower Savannah River region in the Atlantic Coastal Plain.
**River Conditions & Suitability**
The Savannah River at this location is a major waterway (Stream Order 8) with substantial flow averaging over 12,800 cubic feet per second. Paddlers should expect moderate current with an average velocity of 6.89 feet/second and be prepared for a major river environment. The relatively gentle average gradient of 2.2 feet/mile suggests generally manageable conditions for experienced paddlers, though local water levels and seasonal variations will affect paddling difficulty. This section offers access to the tidal Savannah River system, which eventually reaches the Atlantic Ocean approximately 293 miles downstream.
**Planning Your Visit**
Stokes Bluff is suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboaters seeking access to the lower Savannah River. Before visiting, confirm current amenities, parking availability, and any access fees or restrictions. Water conditions can vary significantly with rainfall and tidal influences, so check current flow data and local conditions before paddling. This access point works well for both day trips and longer paddles along this major coastal river system.
Stokes Bluff Boat Ramp is located on Stokes Bluff Road near Garnett in Hampton County, SC, providing access to the Savannah River. This is a public boat launch serving the lower Savannah River region in the Atlantic Coastal Plain.
**River Conditions & Suitability**
The Savannah River at this location is a major waterway (Stream Order 8) with substantial flow averaging over 12,800 cubic feet per second. Paddlers should expect moderate current with an average velocity of 6.89 feet/second and be prepared for a major river environment. The relatively gentle average gradient of 2.2 feet/mile suggests generally manageable conditions for experienced paddlers, though local water levels and seasonal variations will affect paddling difficulty. This section offers access to the tidal Savannah River system, which eventually reaches the Atlantic Ocean approximately 293 miles downstream.
**Planning Your Visit**
Stokes Bluff is suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboaters seeking access to the lower Savannah River. Before visiting, confirm current amenities, parking availability, and any access fees or restrictions. Water conditions can vary significantly with rainfall and tidal influences, so check current flow data and local conditions before paddling. This access point works well for both day trips and longer paddles along this major coastal river system.