Description
Elevation: 2220 ft.
The Oldtown Boat Landing has changed quite a bit since it was added to the VBWT. Two concrete handicapped parking spots and the concrete boat ramp have created a place from which more people can explore the New River. Wooded areas and open fields along the shores support a diverse combination of species. Look for green and great blue heron, and wood duck on the water. Check the trees and fields or listen for woodpeckers and songbirds, especially warblers and vireos during spring and summer.
Wildlife Sightings
Birds Recently Seen at Oldtown Public Boat Landing:
32 species have been reported at this site to date.
Recent Checklists:
| Date | # of Species | Submitted By |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Jun 2024 | 24 | Bert Harris |
| 3 Apr 2024 | 2 | Lisa Mease |
| 3 Apr 2024 | 2 | DWR Virginia Bird & Wildlife Trail Team |
| 1 Aug 2023 | 1 | colby banks |
| 8 Oct 2022 | 8 | Amanda Dymacek |
Amenities & Accessibility Considerations
Site Amenities
- On-site Parking
- Kayak/Canoe Launch
- Boat Ramp
- No Fee or Permit/Pass Requirement
Maps & Directions
Physical Coordinates: 36.680960, -80.972950
From US-58/US-221 in Galax, take Fries Rd, turn left ontoSR-606/Waterwheel Rd, turn right onto SR-641/Pattons Mill Ln, and the boat ramp will be on the left in approximately 1.2 miles.
Site Information
Managed By:
- National Park Service
Access Requirements:
Contact Information:
- Visit Website
Sites, or portions of sites, can be closed periodically for management activities. Please always check the site’s website for additional information prior to visiting.