Greate Rd, Gloucester Point, VA 23062, USA
Gloucester Point Boat Ramp is a public launch site located on Greate Rd in Gloucester Point, Virginia, along the York River.
No specific operating hours are posted for this ramp, so boaters should plan to check locally or with the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources before arriving. Fee information isn't listed, though many Virginia public ramps under state management operate on a low-cost or free basis.
The site includes a wheelchair accessible entrance and wheelchair accessible parking lot, along with a free parking area for vehicles and trailers. GPS coordinates are 37.2457779°, -76.5048221°.
The ramp sits near the mouth of the York River, close to the Coleman Memorial Bridge and Yorktown across the water. Boaters launching here gain access to the York River and, further downstream, the Chesapeake Bay itself, making it a solid starting point for both river fishing and bay excursions. The area is popular for striped bass, croaker, and spot fishing depending on season.
Best suited for: Anglers and recreational boaters seeking free, accessible access to the York River and nearby Chesapeake Bay waters.
What visitors say
Mostly positiveGloucester Point Boat Ramp features two separate launching areas—a sandy ramp and a preferred cement ramp underneath the bridge that can accommodate two vehicles simultaneously. The facility offers ample free parking and typically sees light to moderate traffic, though parking can fill up on holidays like the Fourth of July. Visitors note the ramp is well-maintained and provides good water access, though some suggest adding trash receptacles near the ramp area.
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