You'll find Island Ford Access in Brevard. It's a public boat ramp. Kayaks and canoes can launch here too. If it's full, Hap Simpson River Access in Brevard is 3.4 miles away.
| Type | Kayak and canoe launch |
|---|---|
| Address | Brevard, NC |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
More in our guide: How to launch a boat from a trailer, plus ramp etiquette.
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Illustration The classic ramp mistake
A spare snap-handle plug in the glove box, and the full launch checklist that keeps the line moving.
Launch checklist
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How to winch your boat on in a minute, and the small upgrades that make the drive home safer.
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Island Ford Access is in Brevard, North Carolina. Navigation apps get you there via the map pin, which marks Island Ford Access itself.
We don't have fee information for Island Ford Access, but many city and county ramps are free, while state parks and Corps lakes often charge.
Yes, Island Ford Access is listed as suitable for kayaks and canoes too. Launch from the side so trailers can use the lane.
Hap Simpson River Access in Brevard (3.4 miles), Champion Park Access in Brevard (4.6 miles) and Pisgah Forest Access in Brevard (6 miles).
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