Kimsey Run Road Hardy County boat launch
Kimsey Run Road Hardy County
Additional information from a local fishing website, West Virginia Angler, indicates that the Kimsey Run Road boat ramp is a concrete ramp with a gravel parking area. The website notes that the ramp is relatively narrow and steep, making it difficult to launch larger boats. The website also states that the South Branch of the Potomac River is known for its smallmouth bass fishing and is a popular destination for canoe and kayak enthusiasts.
Overall, it appears that the Kimsey Run Road boat ramp in Hardy County, West Virginia is a small, narrow ramp that is suitable for launching small boats and canoes onto the South Branch of the Potomac River. It is unclear exactly how wide the ramp is, but local sources suggest that it may not be suitable for larger boats.
Plan your launch down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around Kimsey Run Road Hardy County -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| So Fk South Branch Potomac R Nr Moorefield | 42 cfs | → |
| Waites Run Near Wardensville | 8 cfs | → |
| N F Shenandoah River At Mount Jackson | 88 cfs | → |
| So. Branch Potomac River Nr Petersburg | 215 cfs | → |
| Smith Creek Near New Market | 26 cfs | → |
| N F Shenandoah River At Cootes Store | 37 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest paddle runs, fishing spots, and other boat launches so you can extend a day on the water.
River runs
- The West Virginia 259 Bridge South Of Wardensville To Ends Where The Lost River Becomes The Cacapon River
- Begins Where The Lost River Becomes The Cacapon River To Wardensville
- Wardensville To The Town Of Capon Bridge
- Jake Hill Road Bridge To Shreve Store
- Shreve Store To Big Bend Campground
- Big Bend Campground To Canyon Exit (Just Prior To Confluence With North Branch)
Boating safety & etiquette
- Check the conditions before you launch
- Use the streamflow numbers, weather, and wind forecast on this page. High-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
- Wear your life jacket
- Statistically the single biggest survival factor in a boating incident. State law often requires one per passenger.
- File a float plan
- Tell someone on shore your put-in, take-out, and expected return time. Especially for multi-day or remote trips.
- Yield at the ramp
- Prep gear in the parking lot, not on the ramp. Launch and clear quickly so others can use the lane.
- Clean, drain, dry
- Inspect, clean, drain and dry your boat between waters to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Kimsey Run Road Hardy County as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Kimsey Run Road Hardy County
Can I launch a motorboat here?
Most Snoflo-tracked launches support motorboats; check the operator for any horsepower restrictions, paddle-only zones, or seasonal closures.
How fresh is the streamflow data?
USGS streamgauges report continuously (every 15 minutes); the table on this page pulls the latest reading at page load.
Is there a fee?
Many federal and state boat launches charge a day-use fee. Check the operator's site before driving out.
What boat is right for these conditions?
Use the nearby streamflow numbers and river-run panel on this page to gauge current conditions. Wider, slower water is friendly for casual paddling and powerboats; high-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this launch, set a threshold (discharge, wind), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other launches near here
Snoflo-tracked boat launches within driving distance of Kimsey Run Road Hardy County.