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James River - US East Coast
US East CoastChesapeake Bay

James River

A historic river with significant cultural and recreational importance.

Ranking #149
37.5000°N, -77.2000°W
US East CoastChesapeake Bay

James River

A historic river with significant cultural and recreational importance.

Ranking: #149
182 destinations in region
Lat: 37.5000, Lon: -77.2000

Marinas & Facilities

22 guest marinas, transient docks, and facilities cruisers use in this area

Anchor Down Marina

null

Transient slips
$1.75/ft/night approx
LOA 40
Draft 4.5
Diesel
Water
30A

Quiet location with basic amenities.

Anchorage at Hopewell

Water
Restrooms

Good anchorage with access to nearby facilities.

Chesapeake Boat Basin

null

low confidence
Transient slips
$2.00/ft/night approx
LOA 45
Draft 5
Diesel
Pump-out
Water
30A
Showers

Offers a variety of services and is a good stop for transient boaters.

Colonial Heights Yacht Club

Transient slips
$2.00/ft/night approx
LOA 40
Draft 4
Water
30A
Showers
Restrooms

A small yacht club that welcomes transient sailors.

Colonial Marina

null

Transient slips
$2.00/ft/night approx
LOA 50
Draft 5
Diesel
Water
30A
Showers

Close to local attractions.

Dare Marina

null

Transient slips
$2.00/ft/night approx
LOA 45
Draft 5
Diesel
Water
30A

Small marina with friendly staff.

Dismal Swamp Canal Anchorage

null

Water

A popular anchorage with access to the Dismal Swamp Canal; limited facilities.

Drewry's Bluff Marina

1 Marina Drive

Transient slips
$2.00/ft/night approx
LOA 45
Draft 4.5
Diesel
Water
30A
Showers
Restrooms

A quiet marina with good access to the James River.

Fishing Creek Marina

123 Fishing Creek Road

Transient slips
$1.75/ft/night approx
LOA 50
Draft 5
Diesel
Water
30A
Showers
Restrooms

A small marina with a friendly atmosphere.

Fort Monroe Marina

1000 E Mellen St, Hampton, VA 23664

Transient slips
$2.50/ft/night approx
LOA 50
Draft 6
Diesel
Pump-out
Water
30A
Showers

Historic site with beautiful views and nearby amenities.

Hampton Marina

700 Settlers Landing Rd, Hampton, VA 23669

Transient slips
$2.00/ft/night approx
LOA 60
Draft 6
Diesel
Gas
Pump-out
Water
30A

Located near downtown Hampton with easy access to restaurants and shops.

Hopewell Marina

100 Marina Drive

Transient slips
$1.75/ft/night approx
LOA 50
Draft 5
Diesel
Water
30A
Showers
Restrooms

Family-friendly marina with a relaxed atmosphere.

Jamestown Yacht Club

null

Transient slips
$2.00/ft/night approx
LOA 40
Draft 5
Diesel
Pump-out
Water
30A
Showers

Great location near historic sites.

Newport News Marina

null

Transient slips
$2.50/ft/night approx
LOA 60
Draft 6
Diesel
Pump-out
Water
30A
Showers

Large marina with many amenities.

Norfolk Yacht and Country Club

7000 Hampton Blvd, Norfolk, VA 23505

Transient slips
$3.00/ft/night approx
LOA 80
Draft 7
Diesel
Pump-out
Water
30A
Showers

A private club that welcomes transient guests; offers dining and social events.

Oyster Point Marina

950 Oyster Point Rd, Newport News, VA 23602

Transient slips
$2.00/ft/night approx
LOA 45
Draft 5
Diesel
Pump-out
Water
30A
Showers

Located in a sheltered area with easy access to the James River.

Petersburg Marina

100 East River Street

Transient slips
$1.50/ft/night approx
LOA 50
Draft 5
Diesel
Water
30A
Showers
Restrooms

Close to historic downtown Petersburg.

Richmond City Marina

1000 East Canal Street

Transient slips
$1.50/ft/night approx
LOA 60
Draft 6
Diesel
Pump-out
Water
30A
Showers

Located near downtown Richmond with easy access to amenities.

Suffolk Marina

null

low confidence
Water

A basic anchorage area with limited services; check local regulations.

Surry County Anchorage

null

LOA 50
Draft 5
Water

Good anchorage with access to nearby facilities.

Williamsburg Yacht Club

null

Transient slips
$2.50/ft/night approx
LOA 50
Draft 6
Diesel
Water
30A
Showers
Restrooms

Offers dining and social events.

York River Marina

null

Transient slips
$2.25/ft/night approx
LOA 60
Draft 5.5
Diesel
Pump-out
Water
30A
Showers

Full-service marina with boat repair services.

About James River

Navigable cruising destination in the Chesapeake Bay area.

Chesapeake Bay area near James River.

Status Note: Research pipeline candidate.

Key Topics

historic
cultural

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