Sandy Landing
Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:17 PM
- Tide
- 3.03 ft now
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Tide Conditions
Updated 4 hr agoSource: NOAA CO-OPS station 8594900 — Washington · 14.2 mi from this ramp
Launch Light & Moon — August 4
local timeLast Quarter (63% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Sandy Landing
| Location | Potomac, Maryland |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Difficult Run |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.8/5 (23 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 38.983853, -77.245368 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Fairfax |
| Tidal | Yes - check tide charts before launching |
| Phone | (703) 285-2965 |
Sandy Landing is a public boat launch providing access to Difficult Run in Potomac, Maryland at coordinates 38.98385, -77.24537. Rated 4.8/5 based on 23 Google reviews.
Sandy Landing is a public boat launch on Difficult Run in Potomac, Fairfax County, Maryland. 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 current NOAA tide readings, 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 Sandy Landing
Is Sandy Landing free to use?
Yes, Sandy Landing is a public boat launch with free access in Potomac, Maryland.
How is Sandy Landing rated?
Sandy Landing has a 4.8 out of 5 rating based on 23 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Sandy Landing access?
Sandy Landing provides boat launch access to Difficult Run in Potomac, Maryland.
How do I get to Sandy Landing?
Sandy Landing is located at coordinates 38.983853, -77.245368 in Potomac, Maryland. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
Boaters have 6 other launch options within 7.9 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.