Lewiston-Woodville - Weeping Mary Access

Lewiston Woodville boat ramp provides access to the Roanoke River, a major river system in North Carolina that flows 377 miles to the Atlantic Ocean. This is a significant waterway with an average flow of over 9,600 cubic feet per second and a stream order rating of 8, indicating it is a substantial river comparable in importance to major waterways like the Mississippi and Missouri rivers. The ramp is located in Bertie County in the eastern Piedmont/coastal plain region of North Carolina.

The Roanoke River has a moderate average gradient of 3.2 feet per mile and maintains an average velocity of 6.65 feet per second, indicating steady flow conditions rather than whitewater. Paddlers and boaters should be prepared for a river environment with noticeable current and the scale of a major waterway. The elevation change across the entire river system is substantial at 1,191 feet, though this spans the full 377-mile length.

This access point serves as a gateway for recreational boating on the Roanoke River. Paddlers, canoeists, and motorboat operators can access this major river system from this location. Those planning to use this ramp should be aware of the river's size, current conditions, and the typical hazards associated with major river systems.