River Access

Shenandoah River

We invite you to visit one of the world’s most beautiful locations in the Shenanodah Valley, the Shenandoah River. In 1984, Clarke County’s 22 miles of river were designated as the “Shenandoah State Scenic River,” a component of the Virginia Scenic Rivers Program to help preserve its natural beauty.

Public Access Points

There are three public boat ramps to access the Shenandoah River in Clarke County are available to launch and retrieve personal kayaks, canoes and other small boats. All property along the Shenandoah River, other than these designated Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (VDWR) boat ramps are PRIVATE. Please respect private property owners’ rights. Permitted uses include fishing. There is ample parking for vehicles with trailers.

Under Route 7 Castleman’s Ferry Bridge – From Route 7, turn on to River Road in Bluemont, VA.
Under Route 50 Berry’s Ferry Bridge – From Route 50, turn on to Swift Shoals Road in Boyce, VA.
Locke’s Landing Boat Ramp – From Route 7, go 1.9 miles east of Berryville, turn right (south) onto Route 608 (Parshall Rd.). Follow 608 for 3.3 miles to Locke’s Mill Road and river access is on the right.

two teens are floating in intertubes on the Shenandoah River In Clarke County

River Adventures

Here at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains you can enjoy the wildlife and outdoor activities such as swimming, fishing, canoeing, tubing, and kayaking on the Shenandoah River.

Watermelon Park offers tubes rentals and shuttles up the river. Book your reservation on-line.

Watermelon Park River Adventures here.

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