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Ralph Cox Memorial Access Boat Ramp

Ralph Cox Memorial Access provides a concrete boat ramp for launching onto the James River, located just east of Galena near Highway 413.

The area features an ADA-accessible ramp, a privy, and a large parking lot, with day-use only access (4 AM to 10 PM daily). Please keep the boat ramp clear when not actively launching or loading watercraft.


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