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Launch Conditions

Good to launch

Conditions look good for launching.

Advisories
None active
Daylight
Sunset 8:37 PM
Water temp
78°F
Water level
2.99 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 1 hr ago
Gage Height
2.99ft
Streamflow
69.70cfs
Water Temp
78°F

Source: USGS station 01674500MATTAPONI RIVER NEAR BEULAHVILLE, VA · 12.4 mi from Rappahannock River

Launch Light & Moon — June 23

local time
First Light
5:15 AM
Sunrise
5:47 AM
Sunset
8:37 PM
Last Light
9:09 PM

First Quarter (62% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.

Location

Quick Facts: Motts Run Boat Launch

Quick facts about Motts Run Boat Launch
LocationFredericksburg, Virginia
WaterbodyRappahannock River
Access TypePublic - Free
Rating4.6/5 (43 reviews)
Coordinates38.313793, -77.541145
HoursCheck on site
CountySpotsylvania

Motts Run Boat Launch is a public boat launch providing access to Rappahannock River in Fredericksburg, Virginia at coordinates 38.31379, -77.54115. Rated 4.6/5 based on 43 Google reviews.

Motts Run Boat Launch is a public boat launch on Rappahannock 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 Rappahannock River • Virginia boat launch

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Frequently Asked Questions About Motts Run Boat Launch

Is Motts Run Boat Launch free to use?

Yes, Motts Run Boat Launch is a public boat launch with free access in Fredericksburg, Virginia.

How is Motts Run Boat Launch rated?

Motts Run Boat Launch has a 4.6 out of 5 rating based on 43 Google reviews from boaters.

What water does Motts Run Boat Launch access?

Motts Run Boat Launch provides boat launch access to Rappahannock River in Fredericksburg, Virginia.

How do I get to Motts Run Boat Launch?

Motts Run Boat Launch is located at coordinates 38.313793, -77.541145 in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.

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The area surrounding Motts Run Boat Launch includes 6 other public boat ramps within 6.4 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.

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