Madison State Route 17 Bridge

The State Route 17 Bridge access point provides public boat launch facilities on the Little Coal River in Madison, Boone County. This site is maintained by the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources as part of the state's network of over 500 public fishing and boating access areas. The access serves paddlers and boaters looking to explore this section of the Little Coal River, a waterway that flows through southern West Virginia's historic coal mining region.

The Little Coal River offers paddling opportunities for kayaks, canoes, and other small craft. Several access points are available along the river corridor, including Madison City Park, Danville Community Center, Water Ways Park (upper and lower locations), and this bridge access near Madison. Paddlers should check local conditions and water levels before launching. As with most WVDNR access sites, facilities may range from developed ramps to more basic launch areas, so visitors should contact the division or local management for specific amenities available at this location.