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Balsam Pond Boat Ramp

This hard surface boat ramp at Balsam Swamp State Forest offers convenient access to Balsam Pond with parking for 8 cars and trailers.

The facility includes a rustic campground with free primitive camping (first-come, first-served), picnic tables, fire rings, and seasonal portable toilets.

An accessible fishing platform is available, and motors under 25 hp or electric trolling motors are recommended for this shallow pond.


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