Norfolk, VA 23508, USA
Highland Park Veterans Kayak Launch is a dedicated non-motorized watercraft access point located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Norfolk, Virginia, offering paddlers a designated entry point to the local waterways of the Hampton Roads region.
The launch is open seven days a week from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. For information regarding permits or fees, contact the City of Norfolk Parks and Recreation department directly at (757) 664-6510 or visit norfolk.gov/play.
The facility includes a wheelchair accessible entrance and a wheelchair accessible parking lot, making it one of the more inclusive paddling access points in the Norfolk area. The launch is located at GPS coordinates 36.8844101° N, -76.2942976° W.
Situated within the Hampton Roads waterway network, paddlers launching here can explore the tidal creeks and urban waterways that connect through Norfolk toward the Elizabeth River and broader Chesapeake Bay system. The surrounding Highland Park area provides a quiet residential backdrop for kayakers and canoeists.
Best suited for: Kayakers, canoeists, and stand-up paddleboarders of all skill levels, including paddlers with mobility considerations seeking an accessible non-motorized launch point in Norfolk, Virginia.
What visitors say
Mixed reviewsHighland Park Veterans Kayak Launch is a well-maintained, handicap-accessible put-in on the Lafayette River that works well for kayaks and canoes. The primary drawback is parking—the ramp has no dedicated parking lot, only limited 2-hour street parking spots nearby, which can require visitors to walk their kayaks a distance or make multiple trips. The ramp is not suitable for trailers or larger boats.
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