Diascund Landing

Diascund Landing provides public access to the peaceful Diascund Creek Reservoir in Lanexa, Virginia. This 1,100-acre reservoir is jointly operated by Newport News, James City County, and the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, offering boating and fishing opportunities to the general public.

The boat ramp and parking lot are located at 9551 Diascund Reservoir Road. Electric trolling motors are permitted for boating on the reservoir. A courtesy pier is available for loading and unloading. Shoreline fishing is allowed within the boundaries of the boat ramp area. Kayakers, canoeists, and small boaters will find calm, flat water well-suited for their activities on the reservoir.

Diascund Creek Reservoir is part of the Chesapeake Bay (VA) National Estuarine Research Reserve, providing access to the broader York River basin. Visitors can explore the reserve's Goodwin Islands, Catlett Islands, and Taskinas Creek components from this convenient launch site. Those seeking a peaceful, uncrowded paddling or boating experience will appreciate the ample space and scenic surroundings of Diascund Creek Reservoir.