Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:42 PM
- Water level
- 5 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 Jackson River
Updated 10 min agoSource: USGS station 02013100 — JACKSON RIVER BL DUNLAP CREEK AT COVINGTON, VA · 5.3 mi from Jackson River
Launch Light & Moon — July 12
local timeWaning Crescent (4% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Clifton Forge
| Location | Clifton Forge, Virginia |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Jackson River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 37.813896, -79.824280 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Alleghany |
Clifton Forge is a public boat launch providing access to Jackson River in Clifton Forge, Virginia at coordinates 37.81390, -79.82428. Data published by Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (VA DWR).
Clifton Forge is a public boat launch on Jackson River in Clifton Forge, Alleghany 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 Clifton Forge
Is Clifton Forge free to use?
Yes, Clifton Forge is a public boat launch with free access in Clifton Forge, Virginia.
What water does Clifton Forge access?
Clifton Forge provides boat launch access to Jackson River in Clifton Forge, Virginia.
How do I get to Clifton Forge?
Clifton Forge is located at coordinates 37.813896, -79.824280 in Clifton Forge, 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 Clifton Forge includes 6 other public boat ramps within 8.9 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.