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Water Activities · Scottsville, Virginia
Let the James set your pace on this 20-mile overnight float: shuttle-supported, family-run canoe and kayak rentals, and riverside camping that turns a weekend into a slow, intentional escape.
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Slow down on a flat-bottomed batteau and let the James River tell its story—history, wildlife, and a shared charcuterie moment on a calm, two-hour float from Scottsville.
Read the story →Boat Charters · Scottsville, Virginia
Float upriver at golden hour aboard a traditional batteau for music, charcuterie, and a chance to swim in the middle James. Two hours, small groups, and big sky—this Sunset Cruise blends history, live music, and easy river time.
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