Highway 50 Boat Launch State Recreation Area — Local services in Butner

Functional and well kept boat launch and picnic area with some amenities.

During the busy season this launch is very active. The park charges a small fee and they do offer a senior discount, so bring Granny along. See photos for the boat slip and size, as most lake boats can be accommodated at this put in.

Overall well kept grounds and picnic spots; however, no overnight camping is allowed. For the folks from out of town, alcohol is not permitted in the park or...

I am a kayaker, and I use this ramp mostly in the Fall, Winter and Spring to avoid times when there is a lot of motorized use. During those calm times, I really like to launch from this ramp because I can paddle up the narrow section of the lake, quite a ways down the lake - often 1hr there and 1hr back. During those times there is very limited competition to use the ramp - during busy days it is a bit overwhelming to use this ramp as a modest little...

This place was absolutely beautiful. Very quiet, perfect for launching pontoons, dinghies, kayaks, etc... it is very well kept, and easy to find. It is at a perfect position on Falls Lake to get to many different places. It was the perfect place for a kayak date, and the field next to the dock was perfect for a picnic. Very family friendly, pet friendly (as long as they are leashed) and very well placed and easy to find off...