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Public Boating Access

Important Notices

US Coast Guard Implementing a 250-Yard Buffer Zone on the Eastern Branch of the Elizabeth RiverThe Sector Virginia Captain of the Port (COTP) is implementing a 250-yard buffer zone from the shoreline extending waterward of USCG Sector Virginia and Base Portsmouth, located on the Eastern Branch of the Elizabeth River. Learn more »

Find a Boating Access Site

Printable List of All Access Sites
County/CityWaterbodyAccess AreaBarrier FreeTypeRampsCoordinatesMap
SpotsylvaniaRapidan RiverElys FordYesConcrete Ramp - Hand Carry038.3592, -77.6854Map
Directions: From Chancellorsville, Rt 610 Northwest (4.5)
SpotsylvaniaRapidan RiverHunting RunNoBoat Slide038.3590, -77.6349Map
Directions: From 3 West right on Ely's Ford Road (Rte 610), Right on Spotswood Furnace (Rte 610), Left on Gravel road just before base of Hunting Run dam.

No Trespassing Except to Fish or Launch Boats

Camping, swimming, or public display of alcoholic beverages is prohibited. Violators subject to arrest. Learn more »