1000-1008 Horn Point Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23456, USA
Horn Point boat ramp is located at 1000–1008 Horn Point Road in Virginia Beach, Virginia, within the Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
The ramp is open seven days a week from 6:30 AM to 7:30 PM. Visitors should check with the refuge directly at fws.gov/refuge/back-bay/contact-us for current fee schedules, seasonal permit requirements, or any access restrictions.
Horn Point offers a wheelchair accessible entrance and a wheelchair accessible parking lot, making it one of the more inclusive launch points in the Virginia Beach area. The ramp is located at GPS coordinates 36.707847°, -75.970258°.
The surrounding waters of Back Bay provide access to a largely undeveloped freshwater estuary system stretching toward the North Carolina border. The refuge is known for migratory waterfowl, fishing, and wildlife observation, offering a quieter alternative to the busier coastal waterways nearby.
Best suited for: Anglers, wildlife watchers, kayakers, and small motorboat users seeking access to Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge's calm, protected waters in southern Virginia Beach.
What visitors say
Mostly positiveHorn Point features a sand launch ideal for kayaking on the northern Back Bay, with scenic views and a generally tranquil atmosphere. The ramp operates seasonally from April through October. Morning visits are recommended to avoid motor boat traffic, and visitors praise the local wildlife guide (Bill) for sharing helpful knowledge about the area.
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