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Public Boating Access

Important Notices

Numerous DWR Facilities Closed Due to Storm DamageDue to recent flood events, water levels and flow rates are extremely high in rivers throughout Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) Regions 2, 3, & 4. DWR boating access sites in those regions may not be accessible at this time. Staff is currently working to evaluate sites and restore access as conditions allow. Concerns include slippery ramp and dock surfaces; significantly higher than normal water levels; and trees, trash and other debris that could be floating on the surface or just below the waterline. Please see this page for a full list of affected properties and status updates »

Find a Boating Access Site

Printable List of All Access Sites
County/CityWaterbodyAccess AreaBarrier FreeTypeRampsCoordinatesMap
Chesapeake (city)S. Branch Elizabeth RiverElizabeth River ParkYesConcrete Ramp436.8090, -76.2855Map
Directions: City of Chesapeake, Rt 337

No Trespassing Except to Fish or Launch Boats

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