1311 Bayville St, Norfolk, VA 23503, USA
Willoughby Boat Ramp is a public launch site located at 1311 Bayville St in Norfolk, Virginia, sitting right along the Chesapeake Bay shoreline.
The ramp is open daily from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Specific permit requirements aren't listed, but boaters should check with the City of Norfolk (757-441-1605) or the facility's website before launching, since parking includes both free and paid lot options.
The site offers a wheelchair accessible entrance and accessible parking lot, making it usable for visitors with mobility needs. It's located at approximately 36.9642696° N, -76.2881162° W.
Willoughby Boat Ramp sits near the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay, close to Willoughby Spit and the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel, giving boaters quick access to open bay waters, fishing spots, and views of passing ship traffic in one of Virginia's busiest maritime corridors. The area is popular with anglers and recreational boaters heading toward Ocean View or across the bay toward the Eastern Shore.
Best suited for: Local boaters and anglers looking for direct Chesapeake Bay access, as well as visitors who need accessible parking and entrance facilities.
What visitors say
Mostly positiveWilloughby Boat Ramp features four launch lanes with ample parking and provides quick access to the bay with a deep water entrance. The location offers scenic views and a peaceful atmosphere, though some construction activity is currently affecting the area. Fishing from the parking lot is not permitted, which has disappointed some visitors.
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