Back Bay Landing Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23457, USA
Back Bay Landing Boat Ramp is located on Back Bay Landing Road in Virginia Beach, Virginia, providing access to the Back Bay area near the North Carolina border.
The ramp is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. No specific permit or fee information is posted for this location, so boaters should check with the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources for any current requirements before launching.
The parking lot includes wheelchair-accessible spaces. Beyond that, detailed facility information such as restrooms, docks, or fish cleaning stations isn't listed for this site. GPS coordinates are 36.5902582°, -75.9921379°.
Back Bay itself is a shallow, brackish estuary bordering the Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge, known for excellent waterfowl viewing, largemouth bass fishing, and paddling routes through marsh channels. The nearby refuge and False Cape State Park draw nature-focused visitors year-round, and the area sees far less boat traffic than the main Chesapeake Bay.
Best suited for: Anglers, waterfowl hunters, and paddlers seeking quiet access to Back Bay's marshland waters, rather than boaters looking for a high-traffic, full-service launch site.
What visitors say
Mostly positiveBack Bay Landing offers a good-sized fishing spot with deep water access that varies with wind conditions. The ramp has ample parking and is conveniently located, though its compact size may limit capacity during peak times. The facility provides a peaceful setting for fishing and recreational boating.
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