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Dr James A Timmerman Boat Ramp

This one-lane boat ramp on the Saluda River near Pelzer offers paved parking for 20 vehicles/trailers and includes a courtesy dock, making it accessible for both motorized boats and paddling.

The facility, managed by the Town of Pelzer, features an ADA-accessible floating kayak launch as part of the Upstate SC Blueway, providing inclusive access to river recreation.

Located off SC Highway 8 on the northeast side of Pelzer, approximately 4 miles north of the W. S. Lee Power Station, it serves as a convenient access point for fishing, boating, and paddling activities on this section of the Saluda River.


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