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Virginia | Sussex County / Greensville–Jarratt area

Nottoway RiverDouble Bridge (Route 619) to Route 630 Bridge

A Virginia DWR-published approximately five-mile Nottoway River float between the Double Bridge and Route 630 DWR ramps, mostly flat with a few Class I riffles and a clear planning-only gauge gate pending station-specific recreational thresholds.

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DistanceApproximately 5 river miles
DifficultyEasy
Typical timeApproximately 2–4 hours depending on stage
ShuttleCar shuttle
Nottoway River in Virginia.
River contextNottoway River in Virginia; same-river route context, not current endpoint conditions river-level context — not necessarily this exact reach.Photo by Kubigula via Wikimedia Commons

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Trip details

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Distance, difficulty, rules and camping
On-water distanceApproximately 5 river milesDouble Bridge (Route 619) to Route 630 Bridge
DifficultyeasyDWR describes approximately five miles of mostly flat water with a few Class I riffles. The route is still moving water and is not a guarantee of safe passage at any gauge reading.
ShuttleCar shuttleStage the take-out at the Route 630 DWR ramp, then drive to the Double Bridge / Route 619 ramp. Confirm parking, launch carry, road conditions, and current site status before unloading.
PermitsNone notedNo route-specific paddling permit is published by DWR for this float. Follow current Virginia boating, PFD, parking, access-site, and fishing rules.
CampingDay tripNo on-route or DWR-ramp camping is assumed. DWR access facilities are day-use launch/fishing sites; use separately managed lodging or a lawful regional campground after confirming availability and rules.
SeasonMar-NovDWR says levels fluctuate naturally and describes the route as an easy float at ordinary conditions. Until a station-specific threshold is verified, review USGS 02044500 stage/trend, recent and forecast rain, debris, temperature, daylight, and the river visual immediately before launch.

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Route logistics

Access and shuttle

A named DWR five-mile Nottoway River float with two public ramps, mostly flat Class I water, a direct gauge for current-condition context, and a planning-only flow gate.

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Put-in

Double Bridge / Route 619 DWR public ramp
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The stored coordinates are DWR map/access-area anchors for the named ramps, not a claim that every point at the bridge is a surveyed wetted-edge launch. Verify the current carry and water entry on arrival.

Finish

Take-out

Route 630 bridge DWR public ramp
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DWR distinguishes maintained boat ramps from limited canoe access at other bridges. Do not add intermediate access or camping assumptions to this route without separate qualification.

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Access notes and hazards

Access caveats

  • The stored coordinates are DWR map/access-area anchors for the named ramps, not a claim that every point at the bridge is a surveyed wetted-edge launch. Verify the current carry and water entry on arrival.
  • DWR distinguishes maintained boat ramps from limited canoe access at other bridges. Do not add intermediate access or camping assumptions to this route without separate qualification.
  • The DWR access page prohibits camping, swimming, and public display of alcoholic beverages at boating access sites. Leave the river before closing time and follow posted rules.

Watch for

  • USGS 02044500 unavailable, rapidly changing, or inconsistent with the river visual; no numeric station-specific runnable band is currently published
  • fallen or submerged trees, strainers, shallow riffles, fast rises after rain, cold water, thunderstorms, and lost daylight
  • private banks, bridge approaches, access closure, insufficient parking, and a failed shuttle plan

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Nottoway River in Virginia.
Nottoway River in Virginia; same-river route context, not current endpoint conditions river-level context — not necessarily this exact reach.Photo by Kubigula via Wikimedia Commons
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NotesWhat to know before you go

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  • Named public corridorDouble Bridge (Route 619) to Route 630 Bridge; approximately 5 miles; mostly flat with a few Class I riffles

    Virginia DWR publishes the endpoint pair, distance, character, and ramp-based float description.

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  • Direct gauge context and flow limitationUSGS 02044500 Nottoway River near Rawlings; direct current-condition context only

    USGS supplies current telemetry, but DWR does not publish a station-specific numeric recreational threshold for this reach; PaddleToday does not infer one.

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  • Endpoint access and coordinatesDouble Bridge / Route 619 36.846961, -77.560697; Route 630 36.847497, -77.493189

    The DWR float map and maintained-access dataset provide the public ramp context and coordinate anchors; verify exact entry conditions on site.

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  • Safety boundaryMostly flat Class I moving water with shallow riffles, trees, private banks, and natural-flow variability

    DWR warns that levels fluctuate and describes shallow/fast upper sections; reassess actual water, debris, weather, and crew readiness.

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  • Camping and facility postureDay-use DWR ramps; no endpoint camping assumed; nearby basecamp only

    DWR’s public-access rules prohibit camping at maintained boating access sites. Use separately managed lodging or a lawful campground.

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Nottoway River paddling FAQ

What water level is best for the Double Bridge (Route 619) to Route 630 Bridge route on the Nottoway River?

This planning route has no live Paddle Today score. Review the linked water-level sources, current access notices and route-specific hazards before travel.

Where does the Double Bridge (Route 619) to Route 630 Bridge route on the Nottoway River start and end?

This route starts at Double Bridge / Route 619 DWR public ramp and ends at Route 630 bridge DWR public ramp, Approximately 5 river miles on the water.

Is the Double Bridge (Route 619) to Route 630 Bridge route on the Nottoway River suitable for beginners?

This is listed as a easy route. Review the difficulty notes, hazards and current access conditions against your group's skills. No live score assesses this trip.

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