Hudgins, VA 23076, USA
The Public Boat Ramp in Hudgins, Virginia, sits along the Chesapeake Bay's western shore in Mathews County, offering local boaters direct access to the water.
No posted hours are available for this ramp, and there's no listed information on permits or launch fees, so it's worth checking with Mathews County directly before planning a trip.
The lot includes wheelchair accessible parking, though details on the number of launch lanes, docks, or restroom facilities aren't specified. The ramp is located at 37.4925° N, -76.3100° W.
Hudgins sits near the mouth of the Piankatank River and close to Chesapeake Bay's broader waters, an area popular for striped bass, croaker, and other regional fishing. Nearby Mathews County offers a quiet, rural coastal setting with easy access to other small public landings along the bay.
Best suited for: Local anglers and small boat owners familiar with the area who want a no-frills, straightforward launch point rather than a full-service marina.
What visitors say
Mixed reviewsThe boat ramp is a nice facility with good water access, but suffers from significant maintenance issues including deep holes along the retaining wall and dock approach that pose safety hazards, as well as inadequate drainage and eroding retaining walls. Parking is limited and becomes severely congested on weekends, especially when the adjacent restaurant is open, with restaurant patrons frequently occupying boater parking spaces. The ramp tends to get very busy during peak times.
Based on 4 Google reviews
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