J. Verne Smith Park (Lake Robinson) boat launch
J. Verne Smith Park (Lake Robinson)
The boat ramp at J. Verne Smith Park is a concrete ramp with a gradual incline, making it easy for boaters to launch and retrieve their vessels. The ramp is also wide enough to accommodate larger boats and trailers.
Lake Robinson is a 2,250-acre reservoir that is popular among anglers and recreational boaters. The lake is owned by the Greer Commission of Public Works and is used for drinking water, so certain restrictions apply. Boaters are prohibited from swimming, skiing, or tubing on the lake. However, fishing, kayaking, and paddleboarding are permitted.
In terms of permitted watercraft, J. Verne Smith Park allows boats with electric or gas-powered motors, as well as canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards. Boaters are required to have a valid South Carolina registration or a temporary permit for their watercraft.
Information was verified on the Greer Commission of Public Works website as of August 2021.
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 J. Verne Smith Park (Lake Robinson) -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Tyger River Near Gramling | 8 cfs | → |
| Beaverdam Creek Above Greer | 14 cfs | → |
| Brushy Creek Near Greenville | 4 cfs | → |
| Enoree River At Pelham | 45 cfs | → |
| Middle Tyger River Near Lyman | 8 cfs | → |
| South Tyger River Below Duncan | 21 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
- South Fork From Confluence With Pigeon Br To Nf Boundary
- Mills River From Confluence Of North/South Forks To Confluence With Foster Creek
- North Fork From Bottom Of Spillway Of Hendersonville Reservoir To Confluence With South Fork
- Nf Boundary To Confluence With North Fork
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 J. Verne Smith Park (Lake Robinson) as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About J. Verne Smith Park (Lake Robinson)
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
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