Location
Ramp Details
- Access
- ✓ Public Access(inferred from reviews)
- Address
- Mill Landing Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23457, USA
- Coordinates
- 33.651423, -81.185331
About This Launch
For boaters seeking access to tidal creeks, Mill Landing Boat Ramp in Orangeburg County, South Carolina delivers practical launching capabilities. The ramp serves both casual recreational users and serious anglers targeting local waters.
The launch area includes designated parking for vehicles with trailers, with additional overflow areas available during peak periods. Most standard boat trailers can navigate the approach road without difficulty. The ramp gradient accommodates efficient launching for boats of various sizes.
This public launch welcomes all properly registered boaters. Standard South Carolina boating requirements apply, including registration and safety equipment. While many launches in the area are free, some may collect fees during peak season or for facility improvements.
The ramp connects boaters to tidal creeks, an environment that supports diverse watercraft and activities. Familiarity with local water conditions, including depth variations and potential hazards, helps ensure safe and enjoyable outings from this launch.
This launch suits boaters interested in sight fishing and kayak fishing. Anglers commonly target spotted seatrout and tarpon from these waters. The ramp handles kayaks, jon boats, and bass boats effectively, while larger vessels should verify depth and clearance requirements.
Spring brings excellent sight-fishing conditions Experienced local boaters often arrive early to beat the crowds, particularly on weekends and holidays. Plan to have necessary supplies before arrival, as amenities may be limited. Tides and water levels affect launching conditions, so timing your trip accordingly improves the experience.
Boaters have rated this facility 4.3 out of 5 stars across 29 reviews, reflecting its standing among local launches.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mill Landing Boat Ramp
What are the best months for fishing from Poole's Mill Landing?
Gulf Coast fishing from this area produces year-round, with peak action typically March through November. Spring brings spawning redfish and trout, summer offers offshore opportunities, and fall features excellent inshore action before winter cooling.
Can I access offshore waters from Poole's Mill Landing?
Poole's Mill Landing provides access to Gulf waters. Depending on your boat's capabilities, you can reach nearshore reefs and offshore fishing grounds. Check marine forecasts and ensure proper safety equipment for Gulf excursions.
What tidal conditions are best for launching at Poole's Mill Landing?
For saltwater launches like Poole's Mill Landing, most boaters prefer launching within 2 hours of high tide. This provides adequate water depth at the ramp and makes navigating shallow areas easier. Check local tide charts before your trip, as low tide can expose oyster beds and sandbars near the launch.
What saltwater fish can I target from this area?
This coastal area waters typically hold redfish, spotted seatrout, flounder, and sheepshead year-round. Seasonal species include tarpon in summer months and black drum in cooler weather. Local tackle shops can provide current reports on what's biting.
Is there parking for trucks and trailers at Poole's Mill Landing?
Poole's Mill Landing provides designated parking for vehicles with boat trailers. Space can be limited during peak weekends and holidays. Arriving early helps ensure parking availability, especially during fishing tournaments or summer months.
Boater Reviews
I see a lot of positive OLDER reviews. Can't speak to the past but if you have anything but a kayak you should avoid using this ramp when there are better options. Hasn't been maintained. Ramp is short and crumbling. Neighbors are clearly not fans of having a public ramp by them and will harass you. I've broken two props putting in here and that's with a Jon Boat and small motor. (Didn't learn my lesson the first time). There are numerous underwater hazards (rocks, trash, broken parts of the ramp) in the shallow water around the ramp
Mill Landing or as I like to call it, BFE, is a cool little gravel parking lot and boat launch on Nawney Creek in Pungo. This place used to be in the middle of nowhere when I discovered it back in the summer of 1987. Nothing but farm fields and woods. Now there's homes the whole way here. For over 30 years I've been going here for boating, crabbing and stargazing into the night sky. In the old days you could see the entire Milky Way out here at night. Many a time I've brought a telescope and a pair of binoculars. It's also a great spot for meteor showers. There's more light pollution on the skyline today than their used to be and you can also see Sandbridge across the back bay but it's still good place to visit day or night.
Oh my God. I loved it here. Beautiful and peaceful. Natural habitat type of environment. A must see and must experience to fully appreciate.
Ramp is real shallow, maybe too shallow. I backed in 'till my front wheels were almost in the water, and the boat still wasn't touching water on the back end. Any further and I could've lost traction and potentially slid in. So I launched it "by hand" since it's a smaller vessel.
Been coming here since I was a child and it's still a good place to sit on dock, clear your mind, and ground yourself!
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