Cedar Road 255, Poquoson boat launch
Cedar Road 255, Poquoson
The Cedar Road 255 boat ramp is wide enough to accommodate multiple boats at the same time. The ramp is paved and in excellent condition to ensure ease of launching and retrieving watercraft. There is also ample parking space available for vehicles and boat trailers.
This boat ramp services the Back River, which is a body of water that is popular for recreational boating, fishing, and crabbing. The Back River is a tributary of the Chesapeake Bay, located on the eastern side of the Virginia Peninsula.
The Cedar Road 255 boat ramp is open year-round and is suitable for a variety of watercraft, including powerboats, sailboats, kayaks, and canoes. There are no restrictions on boat size or type, but all watercraft must comply with Virginia boating regulations, including safety equipment requirements and navigational rules.
In conclusion, Cedar Road 255 boat ramp is a well-maintained, public facility in Poquoson, Virginia that provides easy access to the Back River. The ramp is wide enough to accommodate multiple boats at the same time, and there is ample parking space available for vehicles and boat trailers. This boat ramp is open year-round and is suitable for all types of watercraft, subject to Virginia boating regulations.
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 Cedar Road 255, Poquoson -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Blackwater River Near Dendron | 7 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest paddle runs, fishing spots, and other boat launches so you can extend a day on the water.
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 Cedar Road 255, Poquoson as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Cedar Road 255, Poquoson
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
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