Shore Dr, Norfolk, VA 23518, USA
Lake Whitehurst Boat Ramp is a public boat launch facility located along Shore Drive in Norfolk, Virginia, providing access to Lake Whitehurst in the Hampton Roads area.
The ramp is open seven days a week from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Visitors should check the City of Norfolk's official parks and recreation website at norfolk.gov for current fee schedules, permit requirements, or seasonal updates before launching.
The facility includes a wheelchair accessible entrance and wheelchair accessible parking lot, making it one of the more inclusive launch options in the Norfolk area. The ramp is located at GPS coordinates 36.9121°, -76.1903° and is managed by the City of Norfolk. Parking is available on site to accommodate trailers and vehicles.
Lake Whitehurst is a freshwater reservoir surrounded by residential neighborhoods and natural shoreline. The lake offers calm, protected waters suitable for fishing, kayaking, and light recreational boating. Shore Drive runs adjacent to the facility, providing easy access from both Norfolk and Virginia Beach.
Best suited for: Freshwater anglers, kayakers, canoeists, and recreational boaters seeking calm inland waters, as well as visitors requiring accessible launch facilities.
What visitors say
Mostly positiveLake Whitehurst Boat Ramp is the only public access point for fishing this city-owned reservoir, with easy water access for kayaks and boats. Parking is very limited and the parking lot entrance is somewhat tricky to navigate. The ramp offers scenic views and is located near the airport, where visitors can watch planes land and take off while on the water.
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