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Reedville and the Northern Neck - US East Coast
US East CoastChesapeake Bay

Reedville and the Northern Neck

Only active menhaden fishing fleet in U.S., Reedville Fishermen's Museum, Victorian captains' mansions, quiet creek anchorages.

Ranking #16
37.8448°N, -76.2841°W
US East CoastChesapeake Bay

Reedville and the Northern Neck

Only active menhaden fishing fleet in U.S., Reedville Fishermen's Museum, Victorian captains' mansions, quiet creek anchorages.

Ranking: #16
16 destinations in region
Lat: 37.8448, Lon: -76.2841

Marinas & Facilities

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

Cockrell Creek Marina

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Transient slips
$2.00/ft/night approx
LOA 50
Draft 6
Diesel
Gas
Pump-out
Water
30A

Full-service marina with fuel and repair services.

Dividing Creek Anchorage

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Good anchorage with access to nearby facilities.

Great Wicomico Yacht Club

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Transient slips
$1.75/ft/night approx
LOA 45
Draft 5.5
Water
30A
Showers
Restrooms

A welcoming club with beautiful views.

Harris Wharf Anchorage

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Quiet anchorage with good holding.

Northern Neck Marina

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Transient slips
$2.50/ft/night approx
LOA 60
Draft 7
Diesel
Pump-out
Water
30A
Showers

Full-service marina with a restaurant nearby.

Reedville Yacht Club

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Transient slips
$1.50/ft/night approx
LOA 40
Draft 5
Water
30A
Showers
Restrooms

A friendly yacht club welcoming transient sailors.

Windmill Point Marina

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Transient slips
$2.00/ft/night approx
LOA 50
Draft 6
Diesel
Water
30A
Showers
Restrooms

Great location for exploring the Rappahannock River.

About Reedville and the Northern Neck

Most distinctive working waterfront on the Chesapeake — active menhaden fleet, Victorian Millionaires Row, and a natural gateway to the Northern Neck.

Cockrell Creek, Great Wicomico River, Reedville waterfront, Northern Neck Virginia shore.

Status Note: Hidden gem — undervisited by cruisers, deeply rewarding.

Key Topics

menhaden
Cockrell Creek
Reedville Fishermen Museum
Northern Neck
Bunker Hole

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