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The Fox Hill boat ramp provides excellent access to the Back River in Hampton, Virginia. This ramp features three launching lanes, courtesy docks, and ample parking for around 90 boat trailers, making it a convenient spot to put in for kayakers, canoeists, and motorized boaters.
The Back River is a tidal estuary leading out to the Chesapeake Bay, so paddlers can explore marshes, inlets, and open waters. The river is relatively wide and slow-moving, making it suitable for a range of small watercraft. Nearby recreation areas like Fort Monroe National Monument and Yorktown Battlefield offer opportunities for history, hiking, and wildlife viewing to complement time on the water.
Whether you're launching a kayak, canoe, or small powerboat, the Fox Hill ramp provides easy access to enjoyable paddling, fishing, and boating on the Back River. Its robust facilities and ample parking make it a popular launch site for exploring this scenic tidal waterway.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Fort Monroe National MonumentLocated within
Yorktown Battlefield Part of Colonial National Historical ParkLocated within
Monitor National Marine SanctuaryLocated within
Plum Tree Island National Wildlife RefugeLocated within