100 Locks Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23320, USA
Great Bridge Lock Park is a public boat ramp located at 100 Locks Rd in Chesapeake, Virginia, sitting right along the Albemarle and Chesapeake Canal.
The park is open daily from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM. No fee information is posted for the ramp itself, so boaters should call the park office at (757) 382-6411 to confirm current permit or launch fee requirements before visiting.
The site offers a wheelchair accessible entrance and accessible parking, along with a mix of free and paid parking lot options and free street parking nearby. Families with children and dog owners will find the park comfortable for a full day out. GPS coordinates are 36.7241823°, -76.2477542°.
The ramp sits adjacent to the historic Great Bridge Lock, part of the Intracoastal Waterway system, giving boaters direct access to canal cruising toward Currituck Sound and the greater Chesapeake Bay watershed. Nearby shops, restaurants, and the Great Bridge Battlefield add to the area's appeal for a combined boating and sightseeing trip.
Best suited for: Families, casual boaters, and paddlers interested in a scenic canal launch point with easy access and nearby amenities.
What visitors say
Mostly positiveGreat Bridge Lock Park offers a 2-lane boat launch with separate kayak access, ample parking, picnic tables, a covered picnic area, playground, and restroom facilities in a well-maintained, clean setting. The park is dog-friendly and provides excellent opportunities for fishing, crabbing, and water recreation, with the historic locks being a notable attraction. Visitors should be aware that larger vessels occasionally create significant wakes that can affect smaller boats.
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