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Access Site VA

Bentonville

South Fork Shenandoah River

Source: virginia_department_of_wildlife_resources Updated 1 year ago

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City: Bentonville, VA
County: Warren County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 38.84060848, -78.32912920
1020 Indian Hollow Rd, Bentonville, VA 22610, USA
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
S F Shenandoah River at Front Royal, VA 8.1 mi away
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Passage Creek near Buckton, VA 8.8 mi away
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N F Shenandoah River near Strasburg, VA 9.4 mi away
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on South Fork Shenandoah River
2 runs
Difficulty Classes
I Easy II Novice III Intermediate IV Advanced V Expert/Extreme VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site: Put-in at this location This location is on the run Take-out at this location
Downstream from here Upstream from here
I-II Take-out at this location 2.) Bixler's Bridge (VA 675) to Bentonville (VA 613)
27.0 mi 5 ft/mi
I-II Upstream from here (19.5 mi from take-out) 1.) Old Spotswood Trail (Bus U.S. 33) Elkton VA to Luray (U.S. 211)
30.0 mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
The Bentonville boat ramp provides easy access to the scenic South Fork Shenandoah River, a popular destination for kayakers, canoeists, and small motorboats. Located just west of the town of Bentonville in Warren County, Virginia, this access site features a gravel boat ramp and a small parking area.

The South Fork Shenandoah is a medium-sized river, typically flowing at 500-2,000 cfs, with a gentle gradient suitable for a relaxing float trip. Nearby outfitters like Downriver Canoe Company offer guided trips and rentals for those looking to explore the river. Anglers will find good smallmouth bass fishing along this scenic stretch. Paddlers should be aware of the low-water bridge crossing just upstream of the access site.

For those looking to extend their river adventure, there are two campgrounds within 10 miles - Elizabeth Furnace Group Camp and Mathews Arm Campground. The nearby Cedar Creek & Belle Grove National Historical Park also provides opportunities for hiking, history, and wildlife viewing in the Shenandoah Valley.
Nearby Campgrounds (2 within 10 miles)
ELIZABETH FURNACE GROUP CAMP
On-site Reservable
MATHEWS ARM CAMPGROUND
On-site Reservable
Nearby Recreation Areas
Cedar Creek & Belle Grove National Historical Park Located within
Nearby Boat Facilities
Seekford Boat Launch On-site
Batzell Boat Launch On-site
Moody Boat Launch On-site