Access Site
WV
Kennedy Camping & Marina
City: Newell, WV
County: Hancock County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 40.61786654, -80.61906563
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Ohio River
1 run
There are no whitewater runs within 50 miles of this access site.
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Difficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Kennedy Camping & Marina in Newell, WV offers a family-friendly boat ramp providing direct access to the Ohio River. Located at 110 Kennedy Marina Road in Hancock County's Northern Panhandle, this facility combines camping and day-use boating access, making it a convenient launching point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats. The marina includes a tackle shop, picnic areas, and basic amenities like a dump station and free WiFi.
The Ohio River at this location is part of the New Cumberland Pool, a major commercial waterway managed by a modern lock and dam system. The 1,200- by 110-foot main chamber at the nearby lock accommodates large commercial tows. Paddlers and boaters should be aware that this section of the Ohio River is actively used by barge traffic and tow boats, so maintaining awareness of larger vessels is essential for safety. The facility is pet-friendly and welcomes both camping visitors and day-use boaters.
The Ohio River at this location is part of the New Cumberland Pool, a major commercial waterway managed by a modern lock and dam system. The 1,200- by 110-foot main chamber at the nearby lock accommodates large commercial tows. Paddlers and boaters should be aware that this section of the Ohio River is actively used by barge traffic and tow boats, so maintaining awareness of larger vessels is essential for safety. The facility is pet-friendly and welcomes both camping visitors and day-use boaters.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Ohio River - New Cumberland Pool
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