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Oyster Harbor Boat Ramp

Northampton County

 

 

 

 

Keep to the right entering parking lot. The fixed dock to the right of the boat ramps is ideal for mid- to high-tides. Usable at low tide, but paddlers may prefer to use ramps if possible.  Fee for use of ramp.

Launch site owner:

Northampton County - 757.678.0440

Directions to launch site:

From the Cape Charles stop light on US 13, go east on Business 13, 1 mile.
Right on Rt 639, 2.3 miles.
Left on Rt 1802, 0.6 miles.
Ramp and dock at end of road.

GPS Coordinates:

+37.2886 / -75.9240

Beginner Paddler Routes:

  South Out of OysterGO TO ROUTE MAP

  North Out of OysterGO TO ROUTE MAP

Advanced Paddler Routes:

 

  Oyster Harbor to Red Bank Boat Ramp

GO TO ROUTE MAP

  Wreck Island Natural Area PreserveGO TO ROUTE MAP

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