Avens Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:32 PM)
- Water level
- 3.9 ft
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Water Conditions on S. Holsten Lake
Updated 35 min agoSource: USGS station 03473000 — S F HOLSTON RIVER NEAR DAMASCUS, VA · 5.3 mi from S. Holsten Lake
Launch Light & Moon — August 3
local timeLast Quarter (69% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Avens Boat Ramp
| Location | Parks Mill, Virginia |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | S. Holsten Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.4/5 (57 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 36.635103, -81.960567 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Washington County |
Avens Boat Ramp is a public boat launch providing access to S. Holsten Lake in Parks Mill, Virginia at coordinates 36.63510, -81.96057. Data published by Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (VA DWR). Rated 4.4/5 based on 57 Google reviews.
Avens Boat Ramp is a public boat launch on S. Holsten Lake in Parks Mill, Washington County, Virginia. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows live USGS water level and temperature, sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Avens Boat Ramp
Is Avens Boat Ramp free to use?
Yes, Avens Boat Ramp is a public boat launch with free access in Parks Mill, Virginia.
How is Avens Boat Ramp rated?
Avens Boat Ramp has a 4.4 out of 5 rating based on 57 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Avens Boat Ramp access?
Avens Boat Ramp provides boat launch access to S. Holsten Lake in Parks Mill, Virginia.
How do I get to Avens Boat Ramp?
Avens Boat Ramp is located at coordinates 36.635103, -81.960567 in Parks Mill, Virginia. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
The area surrounding Avens Boat Ramp includes 6 other public boat ramps within 2.4 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.