Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:38 PM
- Water level
- 2.29 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. Fork Shenandoah River
Updated 55 min agoSource: USGS station 01629500 — S F SHENANDOAH RIVER NEAR LURAY, VA · 2.8 mi from S. Fork Shenandoah River
Launch Light & Moon — July 14
local timeNew Moon (0% illuminated). Peak fishing window — solunar theory puts fish most active around the new and full moon.
Location
Quick Facts: Elkton
| Location | Elkton, Virginia |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | S. Fork Shenandoah River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 38.409472, -78.634975 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Rockingham |
Elkton is a public boat launch providing access to S. Fork Shenandoah River in Elkton, Virginia at coordinates 38.40947, -78.63497. Data published by Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (VA DWR).
Elkton is a public boat launch on S. Fork Shenandoah River in Elkton, Rockingham 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 Elkton
Is Elkton free to use?
Yes, Elkton is a public boat launch with free access in Elkton, Virginia.
What water does Elkton access?
Elkton provides boat launch access to S. Fork Shenandoah River in Elkton, Virginia.
How do I get to Elkton?
Elkton is located at coordinates 38.409472, -78.634975 in Elkton, 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
6 additional boat launches are located within 12.2 mi of Elkton, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.