4001 Llewellyn Ave, Norfolk, VA 23504, USA
Haven Creek Boat Ramp is a public boat launch facility located at 4001 Llewellyn Ave in Norfolk, Virginia, situated along Haven Creek in the Hampton Roads region of the Chesapeake Bay area.
Current hours of operation are not listed for this facility. Visitors are advised to contact the City of Norfolk Parks and Recreation department directly to confirm access hours, seasonal schedules, and any applicable permit or fee requirements before visiting.
The ramp features a wheelchair accessible entrance and a wheelchair accessible parking lot, making it one of the more inclusive launch sites in the Norfolk area. Free parking is available in the on-site lot as well as along the street. The ramp is located at GPS coordinates 36.884137° N, -76.283918° W.
Haven Creek connects to the Lafayette River and the broader Elizabeth River system, providing boaters with access to Hampton Roads Harbor and the lower Chesapeake Bay. The surrounding area includes views of the Norfolk cityscape and is within proximity to Naval Station Norfolk and the Norfolk Botanical Garden.
Best suited for: Recreational boaters, kayakers, and small to mid-size vessel owners seeking a free, accessible urban launch point with connections to the Elizabeth River and Chesapeake Bay waterways.
What visitors say
Mixed reviewsHaven Creek Boat Ramp features a long, wide ramp with good tie-off areas and ample parking suitable for both boats and kayaks, with convenient grass space for equipment preparation. The ramp provides excellent access to the Lafayette River with multiple paddling directions, accommodates vessels up to at least 26 feet, and is not typically crowded. However, one visitor reported receiving a disputed parking ticket despite parking in the designated lot, citing poor interactions with park rangers.
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