Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:40 PM)
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Launch Light & Moon — July 15
local timeNew Moon (0% illuminated). Peak fishing window — solunar theory puts fish most active around the new and full moon.
Location
Quick Facts: Buchanan
| Location | Buchanan, Virginia |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | James River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 37.529994, -79.679406 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Botetourt |
Buchanan is a public boat launch providing access to James River in Buchanan, Virginia at coordinates 37.52999, -79.67941. Data published by Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (VA DWR).
Buchanan is a public boat launch on James River in Buchanan, Botetourt 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 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 Buchanan
Is Buchanan free to use?
Yes, Buchanan is a public boat launch with free access in Buchanan, Virginia.
What water does Buchanan access?
Buchanan provides boat launch access to James River in Buchanan, Virginia.
How do I get to Buchanan?
Buchanan is located at coordinates 37.529994, -79.679406 in Buchanan, 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 Buchanan includes 6 other public boat ramps within 14.4 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.