Lake Thurmond Marinas & Boating Services Directory | Ramps, Storage, Repairs
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Lake Thurmond Marinas & Boating Services Directory

This is a practical, local directory of marinas, boat ramps, storage, service/repair, rentals, and boating resources around Lake Thurmond (Clarks Hill Lake)—organized for Savannah Lakes Village, McCormick County (SC), and Lincolnton (GA).

Marina docks and boats on Lake Thurmond (Clarks Hill Lake)

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How this directory is organized

  • Category first (marina, ramp, storage, service, rentals)
  • Then area (SLV/McCormick side vs Lincolnton/GA side)
  • Then what matters (fuel, slips, storage type, repair capability)

Marinas

Add the primary marinas first—these are the most searched and referenced.

Marina docks and slips on Lake Thurmond

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Clarks Hill Marina (Appling, GA)

Area: GA side • Services: marina access, slips/storage options, lake services (confirm current offerings)

Website: clarkshillmarina.com | Map: Open in Google Maps

Soap Creek Marina & Resort (Lincolnton, GA)

Area: Lincolnton/GA side • Services: marina + resort amenities; rentals and service available (confirm seasonality)

Website: soapcreekmarina.com | Map: Open in Google Maps

Raysville Marina (GA)

Area: GA side • Notes: near Raysville/Little River arm access (verify launch and services)

Website: raysvillemarina.com | Map: Open in Google Maps

Savannah Lakes Marina (McCormick, SC)

Area: SLV/McCormick side • Services: marina services + convenient SLV access (confirm current offerings)

Website: slmarina.com | Map: Open in Google Maps

Plum Branch Yacht Club (Plum Branch, SC)

Area: SC side • Services: full-service marina (often includes fuel/restaurant; verify)

Website: plumbranch.com | Map: Open in Google Maps

Safe Harbor Trade Winds (Appling, GA)

Area: GA side • Services: marina network location; slips/dry storage options (confirm)

Website: shmarinas.com/…/trade-winds | Map: Open in Google Maps

Boat Ramps & Day-Use Launch Points

Include ramp name, nearest town, parking/trailer notes, and “best for” (quick launch, calm water access, etc.).

Boat launching at a public ramp on Lake Thurmond

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Bussey Point Campground Boat Ramp (SC)

Nearest: SC side • Notes: USACE recreation area—confirm day-use and hours

Info: Recreation.gov listing | Map: Open in Google Maps

Parksville Recreation Area Boat Ramp (SC)

Nearest: Parksville/SC side • Notes: popular lake access—arrive early on peak weekends

Info: Recreation.gov listing | Map: Open in Google Maps

Modoc Campground Boat Ramp (SC)

Nearest: Modoc • Notes: USACE campground/ramp access

Info: Recreation.gov listing | Map: Open in Google Maps

Gill Point Campground Boat Ramp (SC)

Nearest: SC side • Notes: USACE area; good option for day-use launching

Info: Recreation.gov listing | Map: Open in Google Maps

Ridge Road Campground Ramp Area (SC)

Nearest: SC side • Notes: USACE area—verify ramp access and day-use details

Info: Recreation.gov listing | Map: Open in Google Maps

Below Dam – South Carolina Boat Ramp (SC)

Nearest: dam area • Notes: useful for downstream/river access—confirm restrictions

Info: Recreation.gov listing | Map: Open in Google Maps

Petersburg Campground Boat Ramp (GA)

Nearest: GA side • Notes: USACE campground/ramp access

Info: Recreation.gov listing | Map: Open in Google Maps

West Dam Recreation Area (GA)

Nearest: GA side • Notes: major recreation area—verify launch and day-use rules

Info: Recreation.gov listing | Map: Open in Google Maps

Wildwood Park Mega Ramps (Appling, GA)

Nearest: Appling • Notes: large ramp complex; popular on tournament weekends

Info: Columbia County facility page | Map: Open in Google Maps

USACE Lake Thurmond Recreation Hub (Status + Areas)

Best for: verifying current rules/closures and finding additional day-use areas

Official info: USACE J. Strom Thurmond Dam & Lake | Map: Open in Google Maps

Boat Storage

List dry stack, covered storage, indoor options, trailer storage, and seasonal availability notes.

Covered boat and RV storage near Lake Thurmond

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Lake and Trail Storage (Appling, GA)

Type: boat/RV storage (covered/indoor options may vary) • Area: Appling/GA side

Website: lakeandtrailstorage.com | Map: Open in Google Maps

Soap Creek Boat & RV Storage (Lincolnton, GA)

Type: boat/RV storage • Area: Lincolnton/GA side

Website: soapcreekboatrvstorage.com | Map: Open in Google Maps

Water Toy Storage (Modoc, SC)

Type: boat storage / trailer storage • Area: Modoc/SC side

Website: watertoystorage.com | Map: Open in Google Maps

Corner Boat Storage (Clarks Hill, SC)

Type: boat storage (confirm covered/enclosed) • Area: Clarks Hill/SC side

Website: cornerboatstorage.com | Map: Open in Google Maps

Little River Marine – Storage (Appling, GA)

Type: storage options • Area: Appling/GA side

Website: littlerivermarinellc.com/storage-1 | Map: Open in Google Maps

Clarks Hill Marina – Boat Storage (Appling, GA)

Type: boat storage options • Area: Appling/GA side

Website: clarkshillmarina.com/boat-storage | Map: Open in Google Maps

Plum Branch Yacht Club – On-site Storage (Plum Branch, SC)

Type: on-site storage (often sheds/space) • Area: Plum Branch/SC side

Website: plumbranch.com | Map: Open in Google Maps

Boat Service & Repair

Outboard/inboard, detailing, electronics, fiberglass, mobile mechanic—include “best for.”

Boat mechanic performing service on an engine near Lake Thurmond

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Soap Creek Marina – Service (Lincolnton, GA)

Specialty: marina service & repair (confirm scope) • Mobile: verify

Website: soapcreekmarina.com/service | Map: Open in Google Maps

Lincolnton Marine (Lincolnton, GA)

Specialty: marine sales/service (confirm brands + repair types)

Website: lincolntonmarine.com | Map: Open in Google Maps

Little River Marine (Appling, GA)

Specialty: service & repair (confirm engines/electronics/detailing)

Website: littlerivermarinellc.com | Map: Open in Google Maps

Harbor Marine (Boat Care) (Appling, GA)

Specialty: service/boat care (confirm offerings)

Website: harborboatcare.com | Map: Open in Google Maps

Jiminy Fix It – Marine Services (McCormick, SC)

Specialty: marine service (confirm mobile availability + scope)

Website: jiminy-fixit.com/marine | Map: Open in Google Maps

White’s Marine (McCormick, SC)

Specialty: marine dealer/service (confirm brands + repair types)

Website: shopwms.com | Map: Open in Google Maps

Clarks Hill Marina (Appling, GA)

Notes: marina operations may support service needs—confirm scope and scheduling

Website: clarkshillmarina.com | Map: Open in Google Maps

Boat & Watercraft Rentals

Next step: we’ll expand rentals (pontoons, kayaks, paddleboards) lake-wide and add them here.

If you want, I’ll add 20–40 rental listings next (by arm of the lake), with direct booking links where available.

Fishing Guides & Charters

Next step: we’ll build a dedicated “Guides & Charters” set (stripers, crappie, bass) with half/full day options.

If you prefer, we can make this a separate page and link it here (better SEO + cleaner directory).

Want a lake-life shortlist (golf + boating + best areas)?

Tell us your routine (boating frequency, preferred marina side, golf interest, quiet vs social, budget), and we’ll recommend the best-fit areas in SLV, McCormick, and Lincolnton—plus the boating resources you’ll actually use.

FAQ

What’s the best way to choose a marina on Lake Thurmond?

Start with your routine: where you’ll launch, where you’ll keep the boat, and which side of the lake you’ll use most often. Then compare fuel, slips, storage, and repair access.

Can my business be added to this directory?

Yes. Use the “Add/Update a Listing” button and we’ll add or correct the information.