River Shoals Park and James R. Metts (Hope Ferry)
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River Shoals Park vs James R. Metts (Hope Ferry)

Side-by-side comparison of two boat ramps in Lexington County, South Carolina.

These ramps are about less than a mile apart.

Type
Hours
24/7
24/7
Fees
Free
Free
Launch Lanes
Water Type
Public
Public
Water Body
Saluda River
Saluda River
Trailer Parking
Restrooms
Accessible

Which ramp should you choose?

Both River Shoals Park and James R. Metts (Hope Ferry) provide public access in Lexington County. If you need more launch lanes or trailer parking, compare the numbers above directly — busier ramps benefit from multiple lanes to avoid a backup on weekends. If fees or accessibility are the deciding factor for your trip, check the fields above before you drive out, since ramp conditions can change seasonally.