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Boating and Water Sports at Westmoreland State Park

(804) 493-8821

1650 State Park Road
Montross, VA 22520

Latitude: 38.161125

Longitude: -76.865002

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Power boats are permitted, and a boat ramp is available along with a boathouse that sells gas, ice, bait and other fishing supplies. Paddleboats and rowboats can be rented Memorial Day through Labor Day. Purchase an annual boat launching fee by calling 1-800-933-PARK.

Boating and Water Sports Amenities At Westmoreland State Park

Boat Launch

Season/Hours: All Year/Call Park (804) 493-8821
Fee: Park Fees
Location:38° 10.4400 -76° 52.7449

Boat Fuel and Rental Area

Season/Hours: All Year/Call Park (804) 493-8821
Fee: Park Fees
Location:38° 10.3916 -76° 52.6600

Camp Store

The Camp Store is located on the river close to the picnic area. Here visitors can purchase snacks, souvenirs, and last minute supplies including fishing bait and gasoline for motorboats (87). Visitors may also rent kayaks and paddle boats here.

Season/Hours: All Year/Call Park (804) 493-8821
Fee: Park Fees
Location:38° 10.3916 -76° 52.6600

Fishing on the Potomac

The Potomac River offers saltwater fishing for visitors. To fish from a boat a valid Virginia or Maryland Saltwater fishing license is required. Striped bass, spot and bluefish are among the most common sport fish found in the river.Power boats are permitted, and a boat ramp is available along with a boathouse that sells gas, ice, bait and other fishing supplies. Paddleboats and rowboats can be rented Memorial Day through Labor Day. Purchase an annual boat launching fee by calling 1-800-933-PARK.

Season/Hours: All Year/Call Park (804) 493-8821
Fee: Park Fees
Location:38° 10.4400 -76° 52.7449

Horsehead Cliffs Kayak Trip

Kayak below the cliffs. Destination: A beach with ancient sharks' teeth and other fossils. Explore the natural and cultural wonders of Horsehead Cliffs in a flat-water kayak. Includes basic instruction, guided tour of the shoreline and a search for fossils. It's easy for beginners and only $16 per single kayak and $22 per double kayak. Wednesdays from 6-8 P.M. and Sundays from 10 A.M. through noon in season, and first and third Saturday at 10 A.M..-noon May through October. Pre-register by calling 1-800-933-PARK up to four days prior to the trip. Thereafter only onsite park guests can pay to register at the contact station.

Season/Hours: All Year/Call Park (804) 493-8821
Fee: Park Fees
Location:38° 10.3916 -76° 52.6600

Other Activities At Westmoreland State Park: Camping, Educational Activities, Fishing, Gifts and Shopping, Hiking, Hunting, Picnicking, Swimming, Wildlife Activities and Canoeing And Kayaking

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