6632 Putneys Mill Rd, New Kent, VA 23124, USA
Williams Landing is a public boat ramp located at 6632 Putneys Mill Rd in New Kent, Virginia, providing access to the Chickahominy River.
The ramp is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. No specific permit information is posted, but boaters should be prepared to pay for parking, since both the lot and street spaces here charge a fee.
Parking is available in a paid lot as well as paid street parking nearby. Beyond parking, the site doesn't list additional amenities like restrooms or docks, so those planning a trip should come prepared. GPS coordinates are 37.6058462°, -77.0929688°.
The ramp sits along the Chickahominy River, a scenic tributary of the James River known for bass fishing, quiet paddling routes, and access to surrounding wetlands and wooded shoreline. New Kent County offers a rural, low-traffic setting compared to busier Chesapeake Bay launch points.
Best suited for: Anglers and small boat owners looking for a quiet, round-the-clock access point to the Chickahominy River, particularly those comfortable paying for parking in exchange for flexible launch hours.
What visitors say
Mostly negativeWilliams Landing is a public boat ramp on the Pamunkey River with a $5 parking fee, ample parking space, and a maintained gravel access road. However, the facility is in significant disrepair: one ramp is unusable due to torn concrete and exposed rebar, the remaining ramp has deep potholes and holes that pose risks to vehicle axles, the dock is deteriorating, and the porta potty is poorly maintained. Despite these infrastructure issues, the location offers good kayaking opportunities and river access, though long-time users report the facility has declined notably and maintenance fees do not appear to fund adequate upkeep.
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