Description
This small, tranquil site offers a secluded boat launch to bird from canoe or kayak on Farnham Creek, a Rappahannock River tributary. The tidal creek is surrounded by largely coniferous forest that dominates its shorelines. The woods can be packed with warblers, woodpeckers, vireos, and numerous other birds during the breeding season. Osprey, wading birds, bald eagles, and wintering waterfowl can be seen foraging in this secluded creek.
Wildlife Sightings
Birds Recently Seen at Farnham Creek Public Landing:
- Wood Duck
- Mourning Dove
- Double-crested Cormorant
- Northern Flicker
- Blue Jay
- Eastern Bluebird
- Chipping Sparrow
- Song Sparrow
- Swamp Sparrow
- Red-winged Blackbird
44 species have been reported at this site to date.
Recent Checklists:
| Date | # of Species | Submitted By |
|---|---|---|
| 14 Mar 2026 | 12 | Andrew Rapp |
| 9 Mar 2025 | 18 | Andrew Rapp |
| 28 Jun 2024 | 8 | Lisa Mease |
| 28 Jun 2024 | 8 | DWR Virginia Bird & Wildlife Trail Team |
| 24 Sep 2023 | 0 | Edie & Sandy Dodge |
Amenities & Accessibility Considerations
Site Amenities
- On-site Parking
- Kayak/Canoe Launch
- Boat Ramp
- No Fee or Permit/Pass Requirement
Maps & Directions
Location Coordinates: 37.847046, -76.658878
From Warsaw, follow VA-3 east to State Rte 613. Turn right on State Rte 613 and follow for just over 3 miles. Turn left on State Rte 608, following for 0.7 miles. Look for sign that says, “Farnham Landing” and turn right onto Farnham Landing.
Site Information
Managed By:
- VA Dept. of Wildlife Resources
Access Requirements:
Contact Information:
- Visit Website
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