Castle Ford Access gives you public access to the water on South Fork New River in Boone, NC. From Winston-Salem it's roughly 76 miles in a straight line. Closest alternative: Todd Island Access in Boone (1 mile).
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Boone, NC |
| Water | South Fork New River |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Rules and closures near Boone: North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission.
South Fork New River has 5 more public launches besides Castle Ford Access. All launches on South Fork New River
More in our guide: How to launch a boat from a trailer.
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Illustration Loading the boat
How to winch your boat on in a minute, and the small upgrades that make the drive home safer.
Loading guide Illustration The classic ramp mistake
A spare snap-handle plug in the glove box, and the full launch checklist that keeps the line moving.
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Castle Ford Access is in Boone, North Carolina. We have no street address for Castle Ford Access, only its exact position on the map.
South Fork New River, in Boone.
The map data has no fee details for Castle Ford Access, so check the signs or the agency that runs it before you go.
Paddlers can usually use Castle Ford Access. Carry the boat to the edge of the ramp or the dock end. The nearest dedicated kayak launch is Ferguson Access in Millers Creek, about 18 miles away.
Todd Island Access in Boone (1 mile), Green Valley Access in Boone (1 mile) and Pine Run Access in Boone (1.7 miles).
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