Carters Lake Boat Ramp, a public boat ramp, is located in Ellijay. East Chattanooga is the nearest big city, about 46 miles away. The next public ramp is Doll Mountain Recreation Area Boat Ramp in Ellijay, about 2.4 miles away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Ellijay, GA |
| Hours | Open 24 hours please check with the launch before you go |
| Water | Carters Lake |
| Surface | concrete |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Rules and closures near Ellijay: Georgia Department of Natural Resources.
Details: 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
Illustration Loading the boat
How to winch your boat on in a minute, and the small upgrades that make the drive home safer.
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Carters Lake Boat Ramp is in Ellijay, Georgia. Open the map link to see where Carters Lake Boat Ramp sits on the shore.
Carters Lake, in Ellijay.
Our data does not say whether Carters Lake Boat Ramp charges, so look for a pay box or posted fees at the entrance.
Kayaks are usually fine at Carters Lake Boat Ramp as long as trailers can still get through.
Doll Mountain Recreation Area Boat Ramp in Ellijay (2.4 miles).
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