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Indian Draft Boat Ramp

Indian Draft is a public boat ramp access point on the Jackson River in Alleghany County, located off State Route 687 and managed by the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources.

The site offers non-motorized boating access below Gathright Dam and is open year-round from sunrise to sunset with no fees; however, there are no restrooms, potable water, or trash facilities available, and camping and campfires are prohibited at the access point.


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