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Access Site VA

McKimmey (Point of Rocks)

Potomac River Catoctin Creek

Source: virginia_department_of_wildlife_resources Updated 1 year ago

City: Lovettsville, VA
County: Loudoun County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 39.27259371, -77.54706230
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Whitewater Runs on Potomac River
21 runs (19 nearby)
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 Put-in at this location 0.9 Point of Rocks to Mouth of Monocacy
6.2 mi
I-II Take-out at this location 0.8 Potoma Wayside, VA or Weverton, MD to Point of Rocks MD
12.0 mi
V+ Downstream from here (27.8 mi to put-in) 3. Great Falls (Center Lines)
0.4 mi 100 ft/mi
IV-V(V+) Downstream from here (27.8 mi to put-in) 3. Great Falls (Fish Ladder)
0.4 mi 100 ft/mi
V+ Downstream from here (27.8 mi to put-in) 3. Great Falls (MD Lines)
0.4 mi 100 ft/mi
V Downstream from here (27.8 mi to put-in) 3. Great Falls (VA Lines)
0.4 mi 100 ft/mi
V+ Downstream from here (27.8 mi to put-in) 3. Through Great Falls (several runs)
0.4 mi
II-III(IV) Downstream from here (28.2 mi to put-in) 4. Sandy Beach/O-Deck to Anglers Inn
2.2 mi 8 ft/mi
V Downstream from here (27.9 mi to put-in) Clara Barton Parkway to C&O Canal
0.1 mi
II Downstream from here (29.8 mi to put-in) 5. Anglers Inn to Lock 10
4.2 mi
I Downstream from here (33.4 mi to put-in) 6. Lock 10 to Sycamore Island
2.3 mi
III+(IV) Downstream from here (36.9 mi to put-in) 7. Little Falls
2.4 mi 15 ft/mi
IV(V) Downstream from here (37.9 mi to put-in) 2. Glebe Road to the Potomac
0.1 mi
II+ Upstream from here (11.7 mi from take-out) 0.7 Dargans Bend Boat Ramp to Potoma Wayside, VA or Weverton, MD
5.5 mi 5 ft/mi
I Upstream from here (14.8 mi from take-out) 0.6 Shepherdstown, WV to Dargans Bend Boat Ramp
8.0 mi
I Upstream from here (20.8 mi from take-out) 0.5 Dam # 4 to Shepherdstown WV
12.0 mi
I Upstream from here (25.9 mi from take-out) 0.45 Williamsport to Dam #4
14.0 mi
I Upstream from here (29.9 mi from take-out) 0.4 Big Pool/Fort Frederick Campground to Williamsport MD
16.7 mi
I Upstream from here (39.4 mi from take-out) 0.35 Hancock, MD to Big Pool/Fort Frederick Campground
12.0 mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
The McKimmey (Point of Rocks) boat ramp provides one of the few public access points to the Potomac River in Loudoun County, Virginia. Located just off Route 672 near the Point of Rocks Bridge, this concrete ramp offers easy launching for kayaks, canoes, and trailered boats.

The Potomac River at this location is wide, slow-moving, and relatively flat, making it well-suited for paddling and motor boating. Nearby campgrounds like Bald Eagle Island and Turtle Run offer convenient overnight options for those looking to explore the river more extensively. The area is also rich in history, with the Harpers Ferry National Historical Park just a short distance upstream.

Boaters and paddlers should be aware that the Potomac can experience fluctuating water levels and currents, so checking conditions before launching is advised. Additionally, there is limited parking at the McKimmey ramp, accommodating around 10 vehicles. Those planning a longer trip may want to consider utilizing one of the other access points along the Potomac River corridor.
Nearby Campgrounds (5 within 10 miles)
Bald Eagle Island Hiker-Biker Campsite
On-site
Turtle Run Hiker-Biker Campsite
On-site
Calico Rocks Hiker-Biker Overnight (HBO) Campsite
On-site
Indian Flats Hiker-Biker Campsite
On-site
Marble Quarry Hiker-Biker Campsite
On-site
Nearby Recreation Areas
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park Located within
Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail Located within
Monocacy National Battlefield Located within