Sunset Creek

Sunset Creek Boat Ramp provides convenient access to the Hampton River and Sunset Creek in Hampton, Virginia. This launch site is well-suited for kayakers, canoeists, and small powerboats looking to explore the calm, tidal waters of this scenic coastal waterway.

The boat ramp is located at the end of Ivy Home Road, with ample paved parking available nearby. Four launch lanes and courtesy docks make it easy to get on the water. Sunset Creek itself is a relatively small tidal tributary, typically calm and navigable for small craft. Paddlers can explore the creek and its tributaries, or venture out into the broader Hampton River estuary. The river leads south towards Fort Monroe and the Chesapeake Bay.

For those seeking a more comprehensive boating or paddling experience, the nearby Monitor National Marine Sanctuary and Fort Monroe National Monument offer additional opportunities to learn about the region's history and natural resources. Sunset Creek Boat Ramp provides a convenient, family-friendly access point to enjoy the calm waters of this picturesque Virginia coastal setting.