This 11.7 mile paddle on the Appomattox River runs from Harvell Dam downstream to the James River confluence near Petersburg. The channel passes Buzzard Island, Conjurors Neck, and Back Creek Island while flowing through Prince George.
The Harvell Dam to James River paddle route spans 18.86 kilometers along the scenic Appomattox River in Prince George, Virginia, culminating at the historic confluence with the James River near Puddledock. Paddlers experience flatwater conditions through tidewater-influenced sections with abundant wildlife viewing, historic waterfront scenery, and opportunities to explore one of Virginia's most significant river systems. This accessible water trail offers a full-day paddling adventure with minimal elevation change and features 765 immersive panoramic scenes for virtual route preview.
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