Access Site
WV
Millesonne Mills Bridge
City: Springfield, WV
County: Hampshire County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 39.44804109, -78.65338191
Air Temp: --
Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on South Branch Potomac River
8 runs (3 nearby)Difficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site:
Put-in at this location
This location is on the run
Take-out at this location
Downstream from here Upstream from here
Downstream from here Upstream from here
I-II
Upstream from here (20.8 mi from take-out)
7. US 220 Bridge north of Moorefield to Harmison's Landing near Sector
11.0 mi
10 ft/mi
I-II
Upstream from here (31.8 mi from take-out)
6. S. Grove Street, Petersburg to US 220 bridge North of Moorefield
16.0 mi
I-II(III)
Upstream from here (45.3 mi from take-out)
5. Big Bend Campground to S. Grove St., Petersburg WV
15.0 mi
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
I-III+
56 mi away
4. US 220 Bridge North of Upper Tract to Big Bend Campground
10.0 mi
25 ft/mi
I-II
62 mi away
3. Ruddle near Buffalo Run confluence to US 220 bridge north of Upper Tract
7.7 mi
I-II
68 mi away
2. CR 23 bridge near Thorn Creek confluence to Ruddle near Buffalo Run confluence
10.2 mi
I-II
75 mi away
1. VA/ WV state line to CR 23 bridge near the confluence of Thorn Creek
13.1 mi
I-II
88 mi away
0. Confluence of Straight Creek to VA/Wv state line
1.0 mi
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
**Location & Access:** Millesonne Mills Bridge is a public boat ramp on the South Branch Potomac River near Springfield, Hampshire County, WV. The ramp is accessed via Route 3 (Springfield-Slanesville Pike) near the bridge crossing. This is a WV DNR-maintained access point, one of over 500 public boating sites throughout the state.
**What to Expect:** This access point provides a good launching option for kayakers and canoeists looking to avoid the granite ledge obstacles found just upstream. The area is known for excellent wildlife viewing—paddlers have reported sightings of bald eagles in this stretch. Nearby, Pigmans Ferry and Potomac Forks hiker-biker campsites (within 10 miles) offer overnight options for multi-day paddling trips. Water levels can affect navigation, especially in lower water conditions where ledges and shallow areas may require portaging in nearby sections.
**Paddling Considerations:** The South Branch Potomac has multiple public access points in this region, making it suitable for day trips or longer paddles. If you prefer easier paddling without technical obstacles, this ramp is preferable to the carry-down access upstream. Check current water conditions before launching, as low water may impact your route options.
**What to Expect:** This access point provides a good launching option for kayakers and canoeists looking to avoid the granite ledge obstacles found just upstream. The area is known for excellent wildlife viewing—paddlers have reported sightings of bald eagles in this stretch. Nearby, Pigmans Ferry and Potomac Forks hiker-biker campsites (within 10 miles) offer overnight options for multi-day paddling trips. Water levels can affect navigation, especially in lower water conditions where ledges and shallow areas may require portaging in nearby sections.
**Paddling Considerations:** The South Branch Potomac has multiple public access points in this region, making it suitable for day trips or longer paddles. If you prefer easier paddling without technical obstacles, this ramp is preferable to the carry-down access upstream. Check current water conditions before launching, as low water may impact your route options.