Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:28 PM
- Water temp
- 78°F
- Water level
- 5.14 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 Rappahannock River
Updated 42 min agoSource: USGS station 01674500 — MATTAPONI RIVER NEAR BEULAHVILLE, VA · 12.4 mi from Rappahannock River
Launch Light & Moon — July 24
local timeWaxing Gibbous (75% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Kelly's Ford
| Location | Virginia |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Rappahannock River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 38.477044, -77.780688 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Culpeper |
Kelly's Ford is a public boat launch providing access to Rappahannock River in Virginia at coordinates 38.47704, -77.78069. Data published by Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (VA DWR).
Kelly's Ford is a public boat launch on Rappahannock River in Culpeper 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 launch in Culpeper • fishing access on Rappahannock River • Virginia boat launch
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kelly's Ford
Is Kelly's Ford free to use?
Yes, Kelly's Ford is a public boat launch with free access in Virginia.
What water does Kelly's Ford access?
Kelly's Ford provides boat launch access to Rappahannock River in Virginia.
How do I get to Kelly's Ford?
Kelly's Ford is located at coordinates 38.477044, -77.780688 in 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 Kelly's Ford, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.