Carteret County boat launch
Carteret County
According to the latest available information, the Carteret County boat ramp is a single-lane ramp that is approximately 20 feet wide, suitable for launching boats of various sizes. The ramp is concrete and has a gentle slope into the water, making it easy for boaters to launch and retrieve their watercraft.
The ramp is open year-round and is free to use for the public. It can accommodate a variety of watercraft, such as powerboats, sailboats, kayaks, canoes, and jet skis. However, there are restrictions on the number of passengers and the type of watercraft allowed, which are enforced by the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission.
In summary, the Carteret County boat ramp in North Carolina is a public boat ramp that provides access to Bogue Sound. It is a single-lane ramp that is approximately 20 feet wide and can accommodate various watercraft. The latest available information indicates that the ramp is free to use and open year-round, with restrictions on the number of passengers and the type of watercraft allowed.
Plan your launch down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around Carteret County -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| New River Near Gum Branch | 26 cfs | → |
| Trent River Near Trenton | 9 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest paddle runs, fishing spots, and other boat launches so you can extend a day on the water.
River runs
- Black Swamp Creek To Nc Hwy 1442 Bridge At Stella
- 1.25 Miles Upstream From Hwy 17 Bridge To Black Swamp Creek
- Headwaters To 1.24 River Miles Upstream From Us Hwy 17 Bridge
- West Prong From Sr 1100 To Fs Road 121-2
- East Prong From Sr 1100 To Confluence With Brice Creek
- Fs Road 121-2 To Confluence With Brice Creek
Boating safety & etiquette
- Check the conditions before you launch
- Use the streamflow numbers, weather, and wind forecast on this page. High-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
- Wear your life jacket
- Statistically the single biggest survival factor in a boating incident. State law often requires one per passenger.
- File a float plan
- Tell someone on shore your put-in, take-out, and expected return time. Especially for multi-day or remote trips.
- Yield at the ramp
- Prep gear in the parking lot, not on the ramp. Launch and clear quickly so others can use the lane.
- Clean, drain, dry
- Inspect, clean, drain and dry your boat between waters to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Carteret County as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Carteret County
Can I launch a motorboat here?
Most Snoflo-tracked launches support motorboats; check the operator for any horsepower restrictions, paddle-only zones, or seasonal closures.
How fresh is the streamflow data?
USGS streamgauges report continuously (every 15 minutes); the table on this page pulls the latest reading at page load.
Is there a fee?
Many federal and state boat launches charge a day-use fee. Check the operator's site before driving out.
What boat is right for these conditions?
Use the nearby streamflow numbers and river-run panel on this page to gauge current conditions. Wider, slower water is friendly for casual paddling and powerboats; high-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this launch, set a threshold (discharge, wind), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other launches near here
Snoflo-tracked boat launches within driving distance of Carteret County.