Harry Byrd Highway Clarke County boat launch
Harry Byrd Highway Clarke County
The boat ramp is wide enough to accommodate multiple vehicles and trailers at the same time. It is made of concrete and has a gentle slope, making it easy to launch boats of various sizes.
The Harry Byrd Highway Clarke County boat ramp services the Shenandoah River, which is a popular destination for fishing, kayaking, canoeing, and tubing. The river runs through six different states, and this particular boat ramp provides access to the northern part of the river in Virginia.
According to the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries, all watercraft are permitted on the Shenandoah River, including motorized boats, canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards. However, there are specific regulations regarding the use of certain types of watercraft, such as personal watercraft (PWCs) and boats with motors larger than 10 horsepower. These regulations may change periodically, so it's important to check the latest updates before launching any watercraft from this boat ramp.
In summary, the Harry Byrd Highway Clarke County boat ramp in Virginia is a public boat ramp that services the Shenandoah River. It is wide enough to accommodate multiple vehicles and trailers, and all types of watercraft are permitted on the river, subject to specific 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 Harry Byrd Highway Clarke County -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Spout Run At Rt 621 Near Millwood | 10 cfs | → |
| Opequon Creek Near Berryville | 19 cfs | → |
| Dry Marsh Run Near Berryville | 4 cfs | → |
| Goose Creek Near Middleburg | 22 cfs | → |
| Beaverdam Creek At Rt 734 Near Mountville | 7 cfs | → |
| N F Goose Creek At Rt 729 Near Lincoln | 10 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
- Headwaters Adjacent To Fdt 573 To State Route 622 Bridge
- State Route 675 At Edinburg, Va To State Highway 55 Southeast Of Strasburg, Va
- Bixler Bridge On State Route 675 To Karo Landing, Approximately 6 Miles South Of Town Of Front Royal
- Segment C--Nf Boundary To Confluence With North Fork Shenandoah River
- Segment B--State Route 730 Bridge To Nf Boundary
- Capon Bridge To Ends Just South Of Largent
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 Harry Byrd Highway Clarke County as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Harry Byrd Highway Clarke 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 Harry Byrd Highway Clarke County.