Boat Ramps NearbyBoat ramps on James River
We count 4 places to get onto James River, Virginia, from Buchanan to Clifton Forge. 4 are boat ramps for trailers.
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Arcadia
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Buchanan
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Horseshoe Bend
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Irongate
Clifton Forge
Before you head to James River
| Launches | 4 |
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| Boat ramps | 4 |
| Towns | Buchanan, Clifton Forge |
Helpful: launching a boat, ramp etiquette, launch fees.
Small things for ramp day
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Illustration Master Lock trailer coupler lock (fits 1-7/8", 2", 2-5/16") Your trailer sits alone in the ramp lot all day. A coupler lock keeps it where you left it. View on Amazon
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James River: questions and answers
How many boat ramps are on James River?
We list 4 public launches on James River around Buchanan and Clifton Forge: Arcadia, Buchanan, Horseshoe Bend and Irongate.
Are the boat ramps on James River free?
The map data has no fee details for the launches on James River; local ramps are often free, while park and Corps of Engineers ramps often charge.
Can you kayak on James River?
Usually yes. None of the 4 launches on James River is tagged as a dedicated kayak launch, but paddlers can put in at the side of most ramps when the lane is clear.