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Queen Sound VDWR Boat Ramp · Horntown, VA
VA Horntown ★ 4.5

Queen Sound VDWR Boat Ramp

4.5 (65 reviews) Google Maps ↗

VA-175, Horntown, VA 23395, USA

Queen Sound VDWR Boat Ramp is a Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources public access site located along VA-175 in Horntown, Virginia, on the Eastern Shore near the Maryland border.

Specific hours of operation are not listed for this facility. As a VDWR-managed public boat ramp, users should check the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources website for current access policies, permit requirements, or seasonal closures before visiting.

The ramp features a wheelchair accessible entrance and wheelchair accessible parking lot, making it a suitable option for boaters with mobility needs. The facility is located at GPS coordinates 37.9345806°, -75.4191518°. Visitors should verify available trailer parking capacity prior to arrival, particularly during peak seasons.

Queen Sound Channel connects boaters to the shallow coastal waters of Virginia's Eastern Shore, offering access to the bays and tidal creeks between the barrier islands and the mainland. The surrounding area is within proximity to Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge and Assateague Island, making it a gateway for fishing, wildlife observation, and exploring the back-bay waters of the lower Delmarva Peninsula.

Best suited for: Anglers, kayakers, and recreational boaters exploring Queen Sound Channel and the coastal waters of Virginia's Eastern Shore, including those seeking access near Chincoteague Bay and surrounding tidal marshes.

What visitors say

Mostly positive

Queen Sound VDWR Boat Ramp is a quiet, peaceful spot with scenic views suitable for small boats, birding, and recreational activities. The ramp may have limited capacity for larger vessels and can get crowded during peak times. Bank fishing opportunities are available but reportedly not particularly productive.

Based on 65 Google reviews

Amenities & accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entrance Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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