Bear Creek Marina Boat Launch on Jackson Lake
Bear Creek Marina offers one of the most convenient and well-maintained boat launch facilities on Jackson Lake in Mansfield, Georgia. Whether you are heading out for a day of fishing, waterskiing, or simply cruising the lake, our public boat ramp provides easy, reliable access to one of Georgia’s most popular recreational lakes, located just about an hour southeast of Atlanta.
Our boat ramp is designed to accommodate a wide range of watercraft, from bass boats and pontoons to personal watercraft and kayaks. The concrete ramp provides a smooth, safe launch surface, and our dock area makes loading and unloading passengers simple and stress-free. Whether this is your first time launching a boat or you are a seasoned angler who knows every cove on Jackson Lake, Bear Creek Marina is the place to start your day on the water.
Boat Ramp Features and Amenities
The boat launch at Bear Creek Marina is more than just a ramp. We provide the amenities and services that make your trip to Jackson Lake as easy and enjoyable as possible. Our facility includes ample parking for trucks and boat trailers, so you do not have to worry about finding a spot on busy weekends. The launch area is well-lit and accessible, and our staff is on hand to assist if you need help getting your boat in or out of the water.
After launching, you can take advantage of our other marina services. Need to store your boat for the season? Check out our boat storage options. Prefer a quieter day on the water? Our kayak rentals are a great way to explore Jackson Lake’s coves and shoreline.
Fishing on Jackson Lake from Bear Creek
Jackson Lake is one of the top fishing destinations in middle Georgia, known for excellent largemouth bass, crappie, catfish, and bream fishing year-round. Bear Creek Marina’s boat launch puts you within minutes of some of the lake’s most productive fishing spots. Whether you prefer casting along the shoreline, trolling the open water, or dropping a line near one of the lake’s many submerged structures, Jackson Lake delivers outstanding fishing for anglers of all skill levels.
Spring and fall are particularly popular seasons at the boat launch, with bass tournaments and recreational anglers alike taking advantage of the excellent bite. Our location on the northern end of Jackson Lake gives you quick access to coves, creek channels, and flats that are known for holding trophy-sized fish.
Launch Fees and Hours
The launch fee is $7 per day, and the boat ramp is open from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. For lake conditions or questions before you head out, give us a call at (770) 787-9621.
More Than Just a Boat Ramp
A day at Bear Creek Marina is about more than just launching your boat. After your time on the water, stop by the Bear Creek Restaurant for a lakeside meal, cold drinks, and waterfront views. Bring the family and spend the weekend at our campground with full RV hookups, or rent a kayak and explore Jackson Lake from a different perspective.
Bear Creek Marina is your home base for everything on Jackson Lake. From our boat launch to our restaurant, campground, and live music events, we have everything you need for an unforgettable day, weekend, or extended stay at the lake. Come see why boaters and anglers keep coming back to Bear Creek Marina season after season.