Description
Wild forests and the expansive river perfect this marvelous vista. From this site, visitors can launch canoes and kayaks in order to enjoy the splendors of the river or take a quick scan of the Rappahannock River’s surface . Bald eagle, osprey, herons, and terns are abundant and easily visible to wildlife enthusiasts.
Wildlife Sightings
Amenities & Access Considerations
Amenities
- Parking
- Boat Ramp
Maps & Directions
Physical Address: 18049 Wilmont Road, King George, VA 22485
From I-95 in Richmond/Ashland, continue north. Take exit 104 for SR 207 toward US 301/Carmel Church/Bowling Green. Keep right and follow signs for Bowling Green/Fort AP Hill. Merge onto SR 207 E and, in 9.7 miles, continue onto SR 207 Bypass. In 1.4 miles, continue onto US 301 N. After 16 miles, turn right (east) onto SR 623 (Jersey Rd) and continue for 2.6 miles. Turn right (southeast) onto SR 647 (Shiloh Loop) and then right onto SR 3 E. After 3.4 miles, turn right (south) onto SR 681 (Rollins Fork Rd) followed by a right onto SR 627 (Wilmont Rd). In 0.3 miles, turn right to continue on SR 627. Follow this road down to the boat landing.
What to Know Before Visiting
The Virginia Bird and Wildlife Trail is a network of more than 500 premier wildlife viewing sites across the state. Walk a nature trail, paddle a river, or enjoy a scenic overlook and you’ll soon understand what makes Virginia a premier destination for birding and wildlife viewing.
Site Information
Managed By:
- VA Dept. of Conservation and Recreation