Located on Bennett'S Creek in Suffolk, 10.9 miles from Norfolk. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.6/5 across 937 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
The 10 Best Boat Ramps Near Norfolk, VA (2026)
We ranked every boat ramp within 50 miles of Norfolk by real boater reviews. The top pick: Bennett's Creek Park & Boat Ramp in Suffolk, rated 4.6/5 from 937 Google reviews (10.9 miles out). 30+ launches mapped in the area, across 15 waterbodies.
Located on Chesapeake Bay in Virginia Beach, 11.3 miles from Norfolk. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.6/5 across 795 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Rudee Inlet in Virginia Beach, 16.9 miles from Norfolk. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.6/5 across 266 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Back River in Hampton, 16.9 miles from Norfolk. Rated 4.6/5 from 59 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Dismal Swamp Canal in Chesapeake, 17.8 miles from Norfolk. Rated 4.6/5 from 14 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Crane Lake in Suffolk, 15.9 miles from Norfolk. Rated 4.6/5 from 13 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Chesapeake Bay in Norfolk, 7.8 miles from Norfolk. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.5/5 across 278 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Government Ditch in Newport News, 14.8 miles from Norfolk. Rated 4.5/5 from 48 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Southwest Branch Back River in Hampton, 15.7 miles from Norfolk. Rated 4.4/5 from 63 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
★ 4.4/5 (63)15.7 mi from NorfolkSouthwest Branch Back Riverpublic accessDetails, conditions & directions →
Located on Sunset Creek in Hampton, 11.9 miles from Norfolk. Rated 4.4/5 from 60 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Launching Around Norfolk? Watch the Tide
10 of the top 10 ramps near Norfolk are tidal. At low water, short or shallow ramps can leave your trailer wheels-deep with the prop in the mud. Every tidal ramp page on BoatLaunchMap shows live NOAA tide readings — check before you tow.
Complete Rankings: Top 18 Near Norfolk
| Rank | Name | City | Rating | Reviews | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bennett's Creek Park & Boat Ramp | Suffolk | 4.6/5 | 937 | 10.9 mi |
| 2 | Lynnhaven Boat Ramp | Virginia Beach | 4.6/5 | 795 | 11.3 mi |
| 3 | Owls Creek Boat Launch | Virginia Beach | 4.6/5 | 266 | 16.9 mi |
| 4 | Fox Hill Boat Ramp | Hampton | 4.6/5 | 59 | 16.9 mi |
| 5 | Ballahack Boat Ramp | Chesapeake | 4.6/5 | 14 | 17.8 mi |
| 6 | Butler Tract Boat Ramp | Suffolk | 4.6/5 | 13 | 15.9 mi |
| 7 | Willoughby Boat Ramp | Norfolk | 4.5/5 | 278 | 7.8 mi |
| 8 | Huntington Park Municipal Boat Ramp | Newport News | 4.5/5 | 48 | 14.8 mi |
| 9 | Gosnold's Hope Park Public Boat Ramp | Hampton | 4.4/5 | 63 | 15.7 mi |
| 10 | Sunset Creek Boat Ramp | Hampton | 4.4/5 | 60 | 11.9 mi |
| 11 | Carolanne Park | Virginia Beach | 4.4/5 | 32 | 6.6 mi |
| 12 | Crane Lake Boat Ramp | Suffolk | 4.4/5 | 16 | 16.1 mi |
| 13 | Haven Creek Boat Ramp | Norfolk | 4.3/5 | 58 | 2.3 mi |
| 14 | City Park Boat Ramp | Portsmouth | 4.3/5 | 54 | 4.9 mi |
| 15 | Jones Creek Boat Ramp | Carrollton | 4.3/5 | 43 | 17.4 mi |
| 16 | Peterson Yacht Basin Boat Ramp | Newport News | 4.2/5 | 65 | 11.1 mi |
| 17 | Plum Point Kayak Launch | Norfolk | 3.9/5 | 8 | 1.3 mi |
| 18 | Highland Park Veterans Kayak Launch | Norfolk | 3.9/5 | 7 | 2.4 mi |
Norfolk Boat Ramp FAQ
What is the best boat ramp near Norfolk?▾
Bennett's Creek Park & Boat Ramp in Suffolk is the highest-rated boat ramp near Norfolk, with a 4.6/5 Google rating from 937 reviews, 10.9 miles from the city center on Bennett'S Creek.
How many boat ramps are near Norfolk?▾
BoatLaunchMap tracks 30+ boat ramps within 50 miles of Norfolk, Virginia. 15 of the top-rated launches offer public access.
What waterbodies can I launch on near Norfolk?▾
Top-rated launches near Norfolk put you on Bennett'S Creek, Chesapeake Bay, Rudee Inlet, Back River, Dismal Swamp Canal and 10 more waterbodies.
Do I need to worry about tides at Norfolk boat ramps?▾
Yes — 10 of the top 10 ramps near Norfolk are tidal. At low tide, shallow ramps can leave trailers short of the water. Each BoatLaunchMap ramp page shows live tide data for tidal locations, so check conditions before you tow.