City Docks Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:36 PM
- Water temp
- 78°F
- Water level
- 2.99 ft
- Tide
- 1.45 ft now
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Tide Conditions
Updated 4 hr agoSource: NOAA CO-OPS station 8635027 — Dahlgren · 22.6 mi from this ramp
Live Water Conditions on Rappahannock River
Updated 1 hr agoSource: USGS station 01674500 — MATTAPONI RIVER NEAR BEULAHVILLE, VA · 12.4 mi from Rappahannock River
Launch Light & Moon — June 23
local timeFirst Quarter (62% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: City Docks Boat Ramp
| Location | Fredericksburg, Virginia |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Rappahannock River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.5/5 (178 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 38.296364, -77.453345 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Fredericksburg |
| Tidal | Yes - check tide charts before launching |
City Docks Boat Ramp is a public boat launch providing access to Rappahannock River in Fredericksburg, Virginia at coordinates 38.29636, -77.45335. Data published by Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (VA DWR). Rated 4.5/5 based on 178 Google reviews.
City Docks Boat Ramp is a public boat launch on Rappahannock River in Fredericksburg, Fredericksburg 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 current NOAA tide readings, 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 City Docks Boat Ramp
Is City Docks Boat Ramp free to use?
Yes, City Docks Boat Ramp is a public boat launch with free access in Fredericksburg, Virginia.
How is City Docks Boat Ramp rated?
City Docks Boat Ramp has a 4.5 out of 5 rating based on 178 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does City Docks Boat Ramp access?
City Docks Boat Ramp provides boat launch access to Rappahannock River in Fredericksburg, Virginia.
How do I get to City Docks Boat Ramp?
City Docks Boat Ramp is located at coordinates 38.296364, -77.453345 in Fredericksburg, 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
Boaters have 6 other launch options within 8.5 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.