Crighton Access
Crighton Access
Joe Crighton Access is a 7. 5-acre day-use only access point on the James River near Springfield, featuring stairs along the bank for river access and marking the start of the James River Water Trail.
The area offers a dirt boat ramp and picnic facilities, with day-use hours from 4:00 a. m. to 10:00 p. m. daily (though boating is permitted 24 hours). No camping is allowed at this location.
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