Stafford, VA
Crow's Nest Natural Area Preserve
Crow’s Nest is a must on your paddling adventure roster.
Crow’s Nest is located on 895 acres of tidal and non-tidal wetlands. It has a fantastic ADA-compliant kayak launch making it easy to get in and out of your kayak no matter the water levels.
There is plenty of parking; however, make sure to bring a kayak cart or be ready to carry your kayak a short distance to the launch.
If you have ever stopped in the shop asking for a list of places to paddle, Crow’s Nest is usually at the top of the list. We love the sites and sounds of Crow’s nest. It is a habitat for all types of wildlife, including:
Nesting bald eagles
Federally listed short-nose sturgeon
Twenty-two plant species that are significant for the Coastal Plain of Virginia
Spawning, nursery and/or feeding habitat for 49 species of interjurisdictional fish and seven species of mussels and commercially valuable shellfish;
It is a true get-away-from-it-all kind of place that is a must for all paddlers!
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Address:
Crow's Nest Natural Area Preserve
81 Raven Road
Stafford, VA 22554
