Anchor Park boat launch
Anchor Park
The ramp at Anchor Park is a concrete boat ramp, which is suitable for launching a variety of watercraft. The ramp is wide enough to accommodate two boats at a time and is in good condition. The parking area for the boat ramp can accommodate up to 50 vehicles and boat trailers.
Anchor Park boat ramp provides access to Lake Hartwell, which is a man-made reservoir located on the border of South Carolina and Georgia. The lake is about 56,000 acres in size and is a popular destination for fishing, boating, and other water activities.
A wide variety of watercraft are permitted on Lake Hartwell, including motorized boats, sailing boats, canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards. However, there are specific boating regulations that must be followed, such as the requirement for all boats to have a valid registration and a properly functioning safety equipment.
To ensure accurate information, it is recommended to check with the Oconee County Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department or the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources for any updates or changes to the regulations and permitted watercraft on Lake Hartwell.
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 Anchor Park -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| North Pacolet River At Fingerville | 55 cfs | → |
| Pacolet River Near Fingerville | 90 cfs | → |
| South Pacolet River Nr Campobello | 21 cfs | → |
| Middle Tyger River Near Gramling | 9 cfs | → |
| Pacolet River Below Lake Blalock Near Cowpens | 88 cfs | → |
| Middle Tyger River Near Lyman | 11 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest paddle runs, fishing spots, and other boat launches so you can extend a day on the water.
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 Anchor Park as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Anchor Park
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 Anchor Park.