Island Ford Boat Ramp
Island Ford Boat Ramp
Island Ford offers shoreline access to the South Fork Shenandoah River in Rockingham County, located between Port Republic and Elkton on a scenic 10-mile float section. Access the ramp from Island Ford via Route 340 west on Route 649, then left on Route 642.
This is a primitive access point suitable for canoes and kayaks, serving as a popular put-in or take-out for paddlers exploring the river's Class I-II rapids and fishing opportunities.
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