Oak Grove Drive Franklin County boat launch
Oak Grove Drive Franklin County
According to the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries, the Oak Grove Drive boat ramp is 20 feet wide, allowing for ample space for launching and retrieving watercraft. The ramp is also equipped with a courtesy dock, which makes it easier for boaters to load and unload their gear.
Smith Mountain Lake is a large reservoir located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in southwestern Virginia. The lake covers over 20,000 acres and has over 500 miles of shoreline, making it a popular destination for boating, fishing, and other water-based activities.
Boaters using the Oak Grove Drive boat ramp are required to follow all Virginia boating laws and regulations, including carrying the appropriate safety equipment and having proper boat registration. Additionally, the use of personal watercraft is permitted on the lake, but operators must be at least 16 years old and have completed a boater safety course.
Overall, the Oak Grove Drive boat ramp is a well-maintained and accessible ramp that provides easy access to the beautiful Smith Mountain Lake.
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 Oak Grove Drive Franklin County -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Goose Creek Near Huddleston | 44 cfs | → |
| Blackwater River Near Rocky Mount | 39 cfs | → |
| Back Creek Near Dundee | 11 cfs | → |
| Roanoke River At Niagara | 163 cfs | → |
| Pigg River Near Sandy Level | 102 cfs | → |
| Roanoke River At Roanoke | 77 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 Oak Grove Drive Franklin County as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Oak Grove Drive Franklin 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 Oak Grove Drive Franklin County.