Ely’s Ford Bridge Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:38 PM
- Water temp
- 81°F
- Water level
- 1.91 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 Rapidan River
Updated 1 hr agoSource: USGS station 01668000 — RAPPAHANNOCK RIVER NEAR FREDERICKSBURG, VA · 7.9 mi from Rapidan River
Launch Light & Moon — June 23
local timeFirst Quarter (61% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Ely’s Ford Bridge
| Location | Fredericksburg, Virginia |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Rapidan River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.6/5 (15 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 38.359100, -77.685234 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Spotsylvania |
Ely’s Ford Bridge is a public boat launch providing access to Rapidan River in Fredericksburg, Virginia at coordinates 38.35910, -77.68523. Data published by Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (VA DWR). Rated 4.6/5 based on 15 Google reviews.
Ely’s Ford Bridge is a public boat launch on Rapidan River in Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania 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.
Related: boat ramp near Fredericksburg • public launch in Spotsylvania • fishing access on Rapidan River • Virginia boat launch
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ely’s Ford Bridge
Is Ely’s Ford Bridge free to use?
Yes, Ely’s Ford Bridge is a public boat launch with free access in Fredericksburg, Virginia.
How is Ely’s Ford Bridge rated?
Ely’s Ford Bridge has a 4.6 out of 5 rating based on 15 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Ely’s Ford Bridge access?
Ely’s Ford Bridge provides boat launch access to Rapidan River in Fredericksburg, Virginia.
How do I get to Ely’s Ford Bridge?
Ely’s Ford Bridge is located at coordinates 38.359100, -77.685234 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
The area surrounding Ely’s Ford Bridge includes 6 other public boat ramps within 7.5 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.