Great Lake Boat Launch is a free, primitive dispersed camping area in Croatan National Forest accessible via a 6-mile gravel road (FR 126) that requires high-clearance vehicles; it offers a boat ramp suitable for shallow-bottomed boats (kayaks, canoes, small fishing boats) and ample parking space for self-contained camping with no facilities or potable water available.

The site provides year-round access for paddling and fishing enthusiasts seeking a remote wilderness experience, though road conditions can be rough with potholes and may be impassable during wet weather or after hurricane damage.