1255 Greate Rd, Gloucester Point, VA 23062, USA
Gloucester Point Beach Park is a public boat ramp and waterfront park located at 1255 Greate Rd in Gloucester Point, Virginia, right where the York River meets the Chesapeake Bay.
The park is open daily from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM. No specific ramp permit information is listed, so boaters should check with the Gloucester County Parks and Recreation office or call (804) 693-2355 to confirm any current fees before launching.
The site offers a wheelchair accessible entrance, parking lot, and seating areas, making it usable for visitors with mobility needs. Parking includes both free and paid lots as well as free street parking nearby. Facilities are family-friendly, with the park noted as good for children. GPS coordinates are 37.2461°N, -76.5031°W.
The ramp sits near the Coleman Memorial Bridge and the mouth of the York River, giving boaters quick access to open Chesapeake Bay waters as well as calmer river fishing and paddling spots. Nearby dining, a fishing pier, and beach areas make it a popular stop beyond just launching boats.
Best suited for: Families, casual boaters, and anglers looking for an easy, accessible launch point with nearby amenities and quick access to both river and bay waters.
What visitors say
Mostly positiveGloucester Point Beach Park offers a public fishing pier (no license required), boat ramp for small vessels, and calm shallow beach waters ideal for families with young children. The facility includes restrooms, a concession stand, picnic areas, shade trees, and benches, with generally clean conditions and minimal crowding. Jellyfish can occasionally appear in the main beach area, though a smaller beach section to the left of the pier provides an alternative swimming spot.
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