Coopers

Coopers is a boat ramp access site located in Heathsville along the Great Wicomico River, a medium-sized river system in Northumberland County. The Great Wicomico River extends 26.20 miles and features a moderate gradient of 2.8 feet per mile, making it suitable for various types of boating activities. With an average flow of 128.49 cubic feet per second and relatively slow average velocity of 0.88 feet per second, paddlers can expect manageable water conditions for most skill levels.

The river's drainage area of 125 square miles supports a healthy flow system, though water conditions can vary seasonally. The Coopers access point provides a launching location for exploring this river system, which eventually flows 84 miles downstream to its mouth. Boaters should be aware of the river's tidal influence as it approaches the Chesapeake Bay region, which may affect water levels and current patterns, particularly closer to the mouth.